V-Up Down (with Stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Hip Flexors, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Stability Ball V-Up, V-Up on Stability Ball
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: V-Up Down (with Stability ball)
- Start by lying flat on your back on the stability ball with your feet on the ground.
- Extend your arms and keep your legs straight.
- Engage your core, lift your legs and torso together to form a V shape.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower back to the start position without touching the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back instead of keeping it flat.
- Using momentum rather than engaging the abs to lift.
- Not lowering the legs completely down.
Modifications
- Bend your knees during the exercise to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise without the stability ball if necessary.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your feet together and your legs straight during the lift.
- Control the movement to avoid swinging.
V-Up Down (with Stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
waist
core
abs
intermediate
stability
strength