Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball focuses on Abs, with Glutes, Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding a light weight or small ball in your hands above your chest.
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Engage your core, then slowly roll up, bringing your head, shoulders, and upper back off the ground while lifting the ball towards your knees.
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Pause at the top for a moment, then slowly lower back down, articulating your spine one vertebra at a time until you are back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your feet anchored to avoid lifting them during the roll-up.
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Engage your abdominal muscles throughout the movement to protect your lower back.
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Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements for better core activation.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Hamstrings . 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 Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Modified Pilates Roll-up with Ball, 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.
