Weighted Kneeling Ab Wheel
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted 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 Weighted Kneeling Ab Wheel with proper form and technique.
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Kneel on the floor with your knees shoulder-width apart and hold the ab wheel with both hands, arms extended in front of you.
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Engage your core, keeping your back straight as you roll the wheel forward, lowering your torso toward the floor without arching your back.
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Pause just before your hips touch the ground, then pull the wheel back, using your abs to return to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Kneeling Ab Wheel safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight throughout the movement to protect your lower back.
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Avoid rolling too far forward to prevent straining your back; only go as far as you can maintain control.
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Make sure your wrists are straight and not bent during the exercise to avoid injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
