A dynamic bodyweight core exercise where the torso and legs lift simultaneously to meet in a V-shape, highly engaging the entire abdominal musculature for improved stability and strength.
Body Weight
3/5 • Intermediate
Abs, Hip Flexors
7
No
No
No
Medium
Low
Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis
Iliopsoas
External Obliques, Internal Obliques
10-20 reps
45-90 seconds • Shorter rest for endurance, longer for strength focus.
Lie supine on the floor with legs straight and arms extended fully overhead. Ensure your lower back is pressed flat against the floor to establish core engagement.
Exhale forcefully as you crunch up and reach the peak V position, then inhale slowly as you control the lowering phase.
2-0-1
The movement spans from a fully extended supine position to the maximal stable V-shape, where only the glutes contact the ground.
Not recommended; this is a bodyweight exercise. Scale down the range of motion if struggling.
V-Up, V-Sit Up, Cocoons, Jackknife Crunch
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