V-up Hold
Expert Advice
Engage your core and keep your legs and arms straight to maintain tension throughout the exercise.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie flat on your back with your legs together and arms extended overhead.
- Simultaneously lift your legs and upper body off the floor, reaching your hands towards your toes.
- Hold this 'V' position, keeping your body as straight as possible.
- Hold for the desired duration, then slowly return to the starting position.
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Muscles Worked
V-up Hold primarily targets the Quads, Abs, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads50%
Abs50%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does V-up Hold work?
V-up Hold primarily targets the Quads, Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for V-up Hold?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is V-up Hold suitable for beginners?
V-up Hold is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
