V-Up-Style Abdominal Strengthening With SwissBall & Kettlebell

Description

Lie on your back with your legs straight, ankles squeezing a SwissBall, hands holding a kettlebell (or equivalent) on your chest, and your back in a neutral position (or slightly arched). Engage your abdominal muscles, lift the SwissBall to about 45° off the ground, and raise your arms straight toward the ceiling. Maintain the contraction of your abs as you slowly lower your arms behind your head and the SwissBall to the floor. When the weight and the ball are almost touching the floor, return to the starting position. After a few repetitions, completely relax and rest your arms and legs on the floor.

Settings

Equipment

KettlebellSwissBall

Positions

Supine Position

Muscle groups

Thoracic flexorsLumbar flexorsHip flexors

Difficulty

Difficult

Movement

Flexion

Contraction mode

Concentric