Barbell Rollout
This exercise works the abs and lower back and is the proper version of an “ab roller”. This version is performed on your knees.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Muscle groups
- Abdominals
- Primary muscles
- Abdominals
- Secondary muscles
- Lower back, Shoulders
How to perform this exercise
- Place a barbell on the floor in front of you.
- Start by kneeling in front of the bar, grip the barbell with a shoulder with overhand grip.
- With a slow controlled motion, roll the bar out so that your back is straight, bend your knees and keep your feet off the floor.
- Keep your arms straight throughout the exercise.
- Roll back up bring the bar under your shoulders and return to the starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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