This exercise involves lying on your back with a dumbbell in your hands and lifting your legs and upper body simultaneously to form a V shape. It primarily targets the abdominal muscles and requires core strength and stability.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the rectus abdominis, obliques, and hip flexors
- Improves core strength and stability
- Increases flexibility in the hamstrings and lower back
- Can be modified for different fitness levels by adjusting weight or reps
- Can be done at home or in the gym with minimal equipment
How to perform
- Start by lying flat on your back with your legs straight and your arms extended above your head, holding a dumbbell in both hands.
- Engage your core and lift your legs and arms simultaneously, keeping them straight.
- As you lift your legs and arms, bring the dumbbell towards your feet, forming a V shape with your body.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your legs and arms back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Hip Flexors
Primary