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Barbell Standing Ab Rollout

Barbell Standing Ab Rollout — movement illustration 1

This exercise works the abs and lower back and is the proper version of an “ab roller”.

Equipment
Barbell
Muscle groups
Abdominals
Primary muscles
Abdominals
Secondary muscles
Lower back, Shoulders

How to perform this exercise

  1. Place a barbell on the floor at your feet.
  2. Bending at the waist, grip the barbell with a shoulder with overhand grip.
  3. With a slow controlled motion, roll the bar out so that your back is straight.
  4. Keep your arms straight throughout the exercise.
  5. Roll back up raising your hips and butt as you 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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