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How to do Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout

The barbell standing ab rollerout is an advanced core exercise that targets the abs, with secondary emphasis on the shoulders and lower back. It requires significant core strength, stability, and control to perform safely and effectively.

Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Shoulders and Lower back
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Advanced
Category
Abs

How to do Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout, step by step

  1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with both hands in front of your thighs.
  2. Engage your core and slowly roll the barbell down towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your arms extended.
  3. Continue rolling the barbell forward until your body is fully extended and your hands are directly above your head.
  4. Pause for a moment, then slowly roll the barbell back towards your thighs, maintaining control and keeping your core engaged.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout works your abs as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and lower back.

Track Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout in SPLYT

Barbell Standing Ab Rollerout is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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