V-Up (Medicine Ball)

An advanced core exercise combining a sit-up with a leg raise while holding a medicine ball, engaging the entire abdomen.

Instructions

1. Lie on your back with legs extended and arms extended overhead holding a medicine ball.
2. In one explosive movement, simultaneously lift your torso and raise your legs.
3. Bring your torso and legs to form a V shape, meeting in the middle.
4. Try to touch the medicine ball to your feet or shins at the peak of the movement.
5. Lower your torso and legs back to the starting position with control.
6. Repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions.

Tips

• Perform the movement explosively to maximize core engagement.
• Keep your legs relatively straight throughout to increase difficulty.
• The medicine ball adds weight to increase the exercise’s intensity.
• Maintain a neutral spine; avoid jerking your neck.
• This compound movement effectively targets the entire abdominal region.