Lateral Roll
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Lateral Roll focuses on Obliques, with Abs, Hips, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lateral Roll with proper form and technique.
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Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, arms open wide at shoulder level.
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Engage your core and slowly roll your knees to one side, keeping your shoulders flat on the ground.
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Hold for a moment, then use your core to roll your knees back to the center, then to the opposite side.
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Repeat this rolling motion for several repetitions, focusing on smooth movements.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Lateral Roll safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders pressed into the ground to avoid straining your upper back.
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Engage your core throughout the exercise for better stability and control.
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Move slowly to maintain balance and prevent any jerky motions that could lead to injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Lateral Roll primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Hips, Lower Back . 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 Lateral Roll, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Lateral Roll, 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.
