V Up vs V Sit
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log V Up more often — 410 sessions vs 16. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of V Up and V Sit and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
V Up vs V Sit: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log V Up more often — 410 sessions compared to 16 for V Sit.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. V Up and V Sit differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How V Up and V Sit Differ
| What differs | V Up | V Sit |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs and triceps |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 410 sessions | 16 sessions |
How to Do V Up
V Up Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Please lift your upper and lower body so that your fingertips and toes can touch.
- 2. If the movement is too difficult, bend your knees and allow your fingertips to touch your knees.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please move slowly so that your body doesn't shake.
- 2. Since this exercise is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise if it's too hard.
For a full V Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the V Up exercise guide.
How to Do V Sit
V Sit Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your upper body and legs simultaneously to form a V shape.
- 2. Maintain the position with your abdominal strength and then slowly lower yourself down.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Maintain spinal alignment to prevent your back from rounding.
- 2. Control with your abdomen to avoid lifting your legs with momentum.
For a full V Sit guide with alternatives and benefits, see the V Sit exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, V Up or V Sit?
Planfit users log V Up more often — 410 sessions against 16 for V Sit. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do V Up and V Sit work the same muscles?
Not quite. V Up loads abs and quads, and V Sit loads abs and triceps.
What equipment do V Up and V Sit need?
V Up needs bodyweight only, and V Sit needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
V Up is the easier place to start. Move to V Sit once your form holds up.
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