Dumbbell Lying Oblique V-Up
Target your obliques with this challenging dumbbell exercise! Strengthen your core and improve stability.
Optional Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Begin by lying down on your side on a flat surface. Extend your legs and stack them on top of each other. Place one arm flat on the ground extending away from your body for support.
2. Hold a dumbbell in your top hand and hold it directly above your shoulder, arm fully extended. Your palm should be facing in towards the midline of your body.
3. Keeping your legs straight and together, lift them off the floor as you also lift your upper body, performing a 'V' movement. Simultaneously, lower the dumbbell towards your lifted legs, adding resistance as you contract your oblique muscles.
4. Aim to bring the dumbbell towards your legs at the top of the movement, maintaining a straight arm throughout the exercise.
5. Lower yourself back down to the starting position with control, without fully relaxing your legs or upper body onto the floor to maintain tension in your core muscles.
6. Perform the recommended number of repetitions, then switch sides and repeat the exercise for your other oblique.
Ensure correct form and a controlled pace throughout the exercise to maximize the workout and reduce the risk of injury.
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