V Sit Hold with Arm Raises
The V Sit Hold with Arm Raises mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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V Sit Hold with Arm Raises Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
How to do the V Sit Hold with Arm Raises
Setup
Sit on the floor with your legs slightly bent at the knees and your heels resting on the mat. Lean back slightly, engaging your core to maintain a straight back. Extend both arms straight out in front of you at chest height, palms facing each other.
Movement
Maintain the V-sit position, keeping the torso rigid and core engaged throughout the movement.
From your starting position with arms extended forward, raise one arm directly overhead while keeping the other arm extended forward at chest level.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
Slowly return the raised arm to the starting position alongside your other arm.
Repeat the movement with the opposite arm.
V Sit Hold with Arm Raises FAQs
What muscles does the V Sit Hold with Arm Raises work?
The V Sit Hold with Arm Raises mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the V Sit Hold with Arm Raises?
None. The V Sit Hold with Arm Raises is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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