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Dumbbell V Up Hold

"Dumbbell V Up Hold is a potent exercise for engaging abs, hip flexors and arms, enhancing strength, stability, endurance, balance, and coordination of your core and upper body. It involves holding a 'V' shape with a dumbbell."
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Dumbbell V Up Hold instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Begin by sitting on the floor or on a mat with your knees bent.
2
Hold a dumbbell with both hands, placing it on the ground between your feet.
3
Move your upper body backwards while lifting your legs off the ground simultaneously, finding the balance point on your sit bones.
4
Fully extend your legs and hold the dumbbell in front of your chest, maintaining your balance with your core.
5
Hold this position for the programmed number of seconds, tightly engaging your abs, and lower back down in a controlled manner.
Begin by sitting on the floor or on a mat with your knees bent.
Hold a dumbbell with both hands, placing it on the ground between your feet.
Move your upper body backwards while lifting your legs off the ground simultaneously, finding the balance point on your sit bones.
Fully extend your legs and hold the dumbbell in front of your chest, maintaining your balance with your core.
Hold this position for the programmed number of seconds, tightly engaging your abs, and lower back down in a controlled manner.
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