Barbell Ab Rollout
An intermediate compound strength exercise that works the abs, using a barbell.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Barbell Ab Rollout
- For this exercise you will need to get into a pushup position, but instead of having your hands of the floor, you will be grabbing on to an Olympic barbell (loaded with 5-10 lbs on each side) instead. This will be your starting position.
- While keeping a slight arch on your back, lift your hips and roll the barbell towards your feet as you exhale. Tip: As you perform the movement, your glutes should be coming up, you should be keeping the abs tight and should maintain your back posture at all times. Also your arms should be staying perpendicular to the floor throughout the movement. If you don't, you will work out your shoulders and back more than the abs.
- After a second contraction at the top, start to roll the barbell back forward to the starting position slowly as you inhale.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
Alternatives to Barbell Ab Rollout
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Barbell Rollout from Bench
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Barbell Ab Rollout - On Knees
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Suspended Fallout
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do barbell ab rollout work?
Barbell Ab Rollout primarily works the abs. The lower back and shoulders assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for barbell ab rollout?
Barbell Ab Rollout uses barbell.
Barbell Ab Rollout: is it suitable for beginners?
Barbell Ab Rollout is rated intermediate. Movements that assume you already own the basic pattern and are ready to load it.
What can I do instead of barbell ab rollout?
Barbell Rollout from Bench, Barbell Ab Rollout - On Knees, Suspended Fallout train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my barbell ab rollout reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; barbell ab rollout can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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