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V-Up

Arms and legs rise together to meet over the hips — a demanding full-range ab exercise.

IntermediateBodyweight3 × 8–15
V-Up demonstration thumbnail — V-Ups Tutorial For Beginners (4 Variations Covered)
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V-Up

Demo · Gymless Fitness

Verified V-Up demonstration by Gymless Fitness. Click to play.

How to do the V-Up

  1. 1Start lying long
  2. 2Lift arms and legs at the same time
  3. 3Reach for the toes
  4. 4Lower with control

Benefits of the V-Up

  • Builds strength and size in the abs through a full, controlled range of motion
  • Also trains hip flexors as supporting movers
  • Needs no equipment — trainable at home, outdoors or while traveling
  • A solid mid-level progression once the basic pattern is clean

Sources

Exercise information is provided for general educational purposes. Choose movements appropriate for your ability level and stop if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical or fitness guidance when needed.

  1. 1Behm et al. (2016) — Acute effects of stretching on range of motion and performanceApplied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  2. 2Schoenfeld, Ogborn & Krieger (2017) — Dose-response of resistance training volume on hypertrophyJournal of Sports Sciences
  3. 3ACSM position stand (2009) — Progression models in resistance training for healthy adultsMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  4. 4Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionU.S. Department of Health and Human Services