V-up
- Pro
- Intermediate
- Home
- Functional
The V-up lifts your legs and torso off the floor at the same time, folding your body into a V shape with your hands reaching toward your feet. The simultaneous lift trains the abs through a longer range than a standard crunch. Intermediate lifters use it for reps at home or in functional training, as a main move or a finisher.
- Muscles
- Abs
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Logged as
- Reps
How to
- Lie flat with your arms extended overhead.
- Lift your legs and torso together in one motion.
- Touch your hands toward your feet at the top.
- Lower back down with control and repeat.
Form cues
- Exhale sharply as your torso and legs meet.
- Keep your legs straight throughout the whole movement.
- Press your lower back flat before starting the next rep.
Common mistakes
- Knees bend to fake a longer reach. Keep your legs straight and reach past your feet.
- You swing your arms for momentum. Lift with your abs, not with momentum.
- Legs and torso rise at different times. Lift both halves together in one motion.
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