How to do the Band Alternating V-up
Band Alternating V-up is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using band, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hip Flexors.
Band Alternating V-up demonstration · © GymiaFit
Band Alternating V-up at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Band
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Band Alternating V-up step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back with your legs straight and your arms extended overhead, holding the band.
- 2Engage your abs and lift your legs and upper body off the ground simultaneously, reaching your hands towards your toes.
- 3As you lower your legs and upper body back down, switch the position of your legs, crossing one over the other.
- 4Repeat the movement, alternating the position of your legs with each repetition.
- 5Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
Band Alternating V-up — questions
What muscles does the Band Alternating V-up work?
The Band Alternating V-up primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Hip Flexors as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Band Alternating V-up?
You need band. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Band Alternating V-up suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Band Alternating V-up?
Band Assisted Wheel Rollerout, Band Bicycle Crunch, Band Jack Knife Sit-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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