Core exercise
V Up
Lift your torso and straight legs at the same time to form a V. Advanced ab exercise.
- Primary muscleCore
- EquipmentBodyweight
- MovementCore
- LevelIntermediate
- Core
- Bodyweight
How to do the V Up
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Lie on your back with your legs straight and your arms extended overhead.
- Raise your torso and straight legs at the same time, balancing on your glutes.
- Reach your hands toward your feet until you form a V.
- Lower with control without fully resting, and repeat.
Muscles worked
Common V Up mistakes
What goes wrong most often when you do the V Up, and how to fix it.
Your legs bend to reach your hands.
Rise with straight legs as far as you can reach. If they bend, shorten the range of motion.
Your torso and legs rise at different times.
Lift your arms and legs at the same time to close the V in one movement.
Your back slams into the floor on the way down.
Lower with control and stop with your shoulders and heels just off the floor before the next rep.
Alternatives to the V Up
They work the core with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the V Up work?
The V Up works mainly the core.