V-up Hold (female)

V-up Hold demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on your back with your legs fully extended and your arms stretched out above your head
  • 2Lift your legs and torso off the ground and reach your hands towards your feet
  • 3Keep your legs and arms straight throughout the move
  • 4Hold this position for a few seconds
  • 5Lower your body back down to the starting position slowly

Tips:

  • Make sure your stomach is pulled in so your abs are doing the work and not your back
  • Try to keep your legs and arms as straight as possible to engage your obliques
  • Try to keep your body steady while holding the position
  • Breathe in as you lift your body and breathe out as you lower your body

V-up Hold Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs