V-Ups, lower case
ID: 523
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- Exercise Type:
- Lower Step
- Contraindications:
- None
- Equipment:
- Floor Based, Dumbbell
- Applicability:
- Group&Focus
- Superset?:
- Yes
- Sprint-able?:
- No
Key Teaching Points:
- 1. Step length determines demand — longer step increases glute load, shorter increases quad.
- 2. The standing leg stays engaged even when it is the recovery leg.
- 3. Breathe consistently — match breathing to movement rhythm.
- 4. Control the step length on each rep — inconsistency loads unevenly.
Regression:
Reduce stride length or use a TRX or wall for balance assistance. Perform a reverse lunge on the spot before adding forward movement.
Progression:
Add a loaded carry in the opposite hand to create an offset stability challenge.
Common Problems:
Front knee traveling too far forward — cue a big step and emphasis on the vertical shin.