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How to do Band V-up

The band v-up is an abdominal exercise that uses a resistance band to increase the challenge. It targets the abs and also engages the hip flexors, requiring core strength and coordination to perform the simultaneous lifting of the upper and lower body.

Band V-up demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Hip flexors
Equipment
Band
Level
Intermediate
Category
Abs

How to do Band V-up, step by step

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs straight and your arms extended overhead, holding the band.
  2. Engaging your abs, lift your legs and upper body off the ground simultaneously, reaching your hands towards your toes.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs and upper body back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles worked

Band V-up works your abs as the main mover, with help from your hip flexors.

Track Band V-up in SPLYT

Band V-up is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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