How to do a Barbell Ab Rollout
Reviewed by Jim Parker, CPT, B.A. Kinesiology
About Barbell Ab Rollout
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Instructions for Proper Form
The Barbell Ab Rollout is a challenging core exercise that utilizes a barbell to enhance abdominal strength, stability, and endurance. Starting from a kneeling position with hands on the barbell, you roll the barbell forward while keeping your back straight and core engaged, then pull back to the starting position. This movement intensely targets the entire abdominal region, including the rectus abdominis and obliques, while also engaging the shoulders and back. It's an advanced exercise that requires good form and core strength to prevent back strain, offering significant benefits in core stabilization and muscular endurance.
- Start in an upright kneeling position in front of a loaded barbell on the ground in front of you.
- With a double overhand grip, grab ahold of the barbell with extended arms placed at shoulder-width apart and brace your core by breathing into your stomach and flexing your abdominal muscles.
- Push the barbell away from your body allowing your hips to follow until your arms and hips are at full extension.
- Keep tension in your abdomen throughout the exercise to avoid sagging in the lower back.
- Exhale and flex your hips to pull the barbell back to the starting position.
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