V sit up

Executing the V sit up involves the flexion of spine, with both the hips and the upper torso being brought off the floor, causing the muscle to contract from both ends. The hip flexor involvement during the V Up will be greater in comparison to the crunch, with the hip flexors being recruited to bring the hips off the floor.

The V sit up will provide stimulus for midsection strength and hypertrophy to occur, although will provide little effect on fat loss. For those looking to firm up their midsections the best approach would be to incorporate both resistance training exercises, such as the V Up, but also focus on over body fat loss.

Performing V sit ups

• Place mat on floor.
• Lay on mat (face up), with arms stretched flat overhead.
• Legs should be outstretched, with a slight fixed bend in the knees.
• Raise legs and arms simultaneously. Bring head and shoulders up off the ground, and raise legs so that hips raise off the floor.
• Bring arms towards raised feet.
• Repeat for desired amount of repetitions.

V sit ups courtesy of Fitness Uncovered - Bodybuilding & Fitness

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