Exercise guide

V Sit Hold

The V Sit Hold strengthens the core by balancing on the sit bones while holding the legs and torso in a V position.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
Yes
How to

How to do the V Sit Hold

  1. 01

    Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.

  2. 02

    Lean your torso slightly back while keeping your chest lifted.

  3. 03

    Lift your legs off the floor.

  4. 04

    Balance on your sit bones with arms extended forward or at your sides.

  5. 05

    Keep your core braced and spine neutral.

  6. 06

    Hold the position for the desired time.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your chest lifted and avoid rounding your back
  • Brace your core to maintain balance
  • Breathe steadily while holding the position
Muscles

Muscles worked

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the V Sit Hold work?

The V Sit Hold primarily targets the Abs.

Is the V Sit Hold a compound or isolation exercise?

The V Sit Hold is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.

What equipment do I need for the V Sit Hold?

The V Sit Hold is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.

What difficulty level is the V Sit Hold?

The V Sit Hold is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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