Exercises / Intermediate
Tucked v-sit
- Abs
- Triceps
- Hip Flexors
- Rear Deltoid
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 4
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
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01 / Steps
How to do it
On the floor, parallel bars, or push-up grips, lift your legs bringing your knees to your chest and slightly leaning back.
You must try to keep your arms straight.
This exercise requires very good flexibility and mobility, especially hip flexion and shoulder extension.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Abs
Triceps
Hip Flexors
Rear Deltoid
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength35
- Explosivity0
- Technique40
- Cardio0
- Mobility55
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