Medicine Ball Alternating V-up
Muscle Groups: Abs
Medicine Ball Alternating V-up focuses on Abs, with Hips, Quads working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Medicine Ball Alternating V-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your legs extended and a medicine ball held above your head, arms straight.
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Engage your core, lift your legs and torso off the ground at the same time, bringing the medicine ball towards your feet.
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Lower back down with control, returning to the starting position without letting your feet touch the ground.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Medicine Ball Alternating V-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to protect it during the movement.
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Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements for better form and effectiveness.
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Breathe out as you lift your body and inhale when you lower back down.
Secondary Muscles
While Medicine Ball Alternating V-up primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Quads . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Medicine Ball Alternating V-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Medicine Ball Alternating V-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
