Barbell Roll-out
Muscle Groups: Abs
Barbell Roll-out focuses on Abs, with Lower Back, Traps, Obliques, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Roll-out with proper form and technique.
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Place an exercise mat under your knees and get into a kneeling position. Place a barbell on the floor and grab it with an overhand grip, your hands shoulder-width apart. Your shoulders should be directly over the barbell. This is your starting position.
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Keeping your knees in a fixed position, roll the bar out in front of you until your arms fully extend in front of your body. Pause, reverse the direction back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Barbell Roll-out safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Do not allow your hips to sag at any point during the movement.
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Squeeze your abs and glutes throughout the movement for stability.
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Move within a comfortable range of motion. You should not strain your lower back.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Roll-out primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, Traps, Obliques, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Barbell Roll-out, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Roll-out, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
