Roll-overs into V-sits Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- V-sit roll-over
How to: Roll-overs into V-sits
- Begin seated on the floor with your legs straight in front of you.
- Roll back slowly onto your shoulders, tucking your chin into your chest.
- As you come back up, transition into a V-sit position, holding for a moment.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rushing through the movements.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Avoiding the full range of motion.
Modifications
- Perform the roll-overs on a softer surface like a mat.
- Reduce the range of motion if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Move slowly to maintain control and avoid injury.
- Ensure that you breathe steadily while performing the exercise.
Tags
flexibility
hips
stretching
core stability
beginner
body weight