Strength

Dumbbell V Up

The Dumbbell V Up targets the chest and abdominal muscles for enhanced strength and flexibility. By lifting your legs and upper body simultaneously, create a 'V' shape for stronger, more defined muscles.
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Dumbbell V Up instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Sit on the floor with a dumbbell in front of you and your legs extended.
2
Lean back slightly and lift your feet off the floor so you are balancing on your sit bones.
3
Hold the dumbbell with both hands and lift it above your head.
4
While keeping your legs straight, lift your torso off the ground and reach for your toes with the dumbbell.
5
Return to the starting position, with your feet and the dumbbell just off the ground, and repeat.
Sit on the floor with a dumbbell in front of you and your legs extended.
Lean back slightly and lift your feet off the floor so you are balancing on your sit bones.
Hold the dumbbell with both hands and lift it above your head.
While keeping your legs straight, lift your torso off the ground and reach for your toes with the dumbbell.
Return to the starting position, with your feet and the dumbbell just off the ground, and repeat.
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