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Exercise guide
Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up
The Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up is an abdominal exercise that targets the entire core, with emphasis on the lower abs and hip flexors. The V position increases tension and difficulty compared to standard sit-ups.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
Yes
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up
- 01
Lie flat on your back with arms extended overhead and legs straight.
- 02
Brace your core and press your lower back into the floor.
- 03
Simultaneously raise your arms and legs toward each other.
- 04
Lift until your torso and legs form a V shape.
- 05
Pause briefly at the top.
- 06
Lower your body back down with control.
- 07
Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Move slowly to avoid momentum.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Modify by bending the knees if needed.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up work?
The Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up primarily targets the Abs.
Is the Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up a compound or isolation exercise?
The Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.
What equipment do I need for the Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up?
The Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.
What difficulty level is the Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up?
The Bodyweight Floor V-Sit Up is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
