Kneeling Ab Wheel
Muscle Groups: Abs
Kneeling Ab Wheel focuses on Abs, with Lower Back, Traps, Obliques, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kneeling Ab Wheel with proper form and technique.
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Kneel on the floor and grasp the handles of an ab wheel with an overhand grip.
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Roll the wheel in front of you with your arms extended. Your knees should stay stationary and your torso will move forward with your arms. Pause, and raise your body back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Kneeling Ab Wheel safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Your body should form a straight line from your shoulders to your hips at all times.
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Do not allow your hips to sag at the bottom of the movement.
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Don't use your arms to help you return to the starting position. Instead, use your abs to pull your body back up.
Secondary Muscles
While Kneeling Ab Wheel 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 Kneeling Ab Wheel, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kneeling Ab Wheel, 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.
