V-sit on Floor
Description
This exercise involves sitting on the floor with your legs extended in a V-shape in front of you, and then lifting your torso and legs off the ground to create a V-shape with your body. It primarily targets the abdominal muscles and requires core strength and stability.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
V-sit on Floor Instructions
- Start by sitting on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you.
- Place your hands on the floor behind you, fingers pointing towards your feet.
- Engage your core muscles and lift your legs off the ground, bringing your knees towards your chest.
- At the same time, lift your upper body off the ground and reach your hands towards your feet.
- Hold this position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for several repetitions, making sure to engage your core muscles throughout the exercise.
V-sit on Floor Form & Visual
V-sit on Floor Benefits
- Strengthens abdominal muscles
- Improves core stability
- Increases flexibility in the lower back
- Improves posture
- Can be done without equipment
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
V-sit on Floor Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
V-sit on Floor Variations & Alternatives
- Crunches
- Reverse crunches
- Leg raises
- Plank with leg lifts
- Side plank with leg lifts
- Russian twists
- Bicycle crunches
- Toe touches
- Scissor kicks
- Flutter kicks
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