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Band Alternating V-Up

The band alternating v-up is a band exercise that targets the abs, with the hip flexors assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band alternating v-up
Band Alternating V-Up — demonstration
Target muscle
Abs
Also works
Hip flexors
Equipment
Band
Body part
Waist

How to do the band alternating v-up

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs straight and your arms extended overhead, holding the band.
  2. Engage your abs and lift your legs and upper body off the ground simultaneously, reaching your hands towards your toes.
  3. As you lower your legs and upper body back down, switch the position of your legs, crossing one over the other.
  4. Repeat the movement, alternating the position of your legs with each repetition.
  5. Continue for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the abs. The hip flexors work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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