#2 V-Ups
Apart from training the muscles in the abdomen region, the V-Ups also activate a host of stabilisation muscles in the back.
Instructions:
Step 1: Lie on the floor in a supine position and place your arms overhead such that they are parallel to the body. Ensure that the feet are close to each other throughout the duration of the exercise.
Step 2: Raise your lower body and the torso simultaneously such that it forms an imaginary V-shape with the floor. For maximum efficiency, do not bend your legs while performing this exercise. Advanced users could further move forward and ensure that the palms touch the legs.
Step 3: Hold the contraction for 30 seconds and return to the initial position.
Repeat the exercise for the recommended number of repetitions.
Important tip: Perform this exercise while wearing a weighted vest for added resistance. People with a history of back problems must exercise caution while performing this V-Ups.