How to do the V-up, step by step
- Lie flat on your back with your arms overhead.
- Brace your abs and press your lower back into the floor.
- Lift your arms and straight legs at the same time.
- Touch your feet or shins with your hands.
- Lower back down to the flat position under control.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Legs bent a lotkeep your legs as straight as possible, or scale.
- Arching on the way downkeep your lower back on the floor.
- Momentum instead of controlwork slow and steady.
How to scale the V-up
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Tuck-up with bent knees
- Single-leg V-up
- Sit-up with an AbMat
Also known as
V up
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.