Barbell Ab Rollout
The Barbell Ab Rollout is a compound strength exercise performed with a barbell. It primarily targets the abdominals, with the lower back and shoulders working as secondary muscles. Suitable for intermediate lifters.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
intermediateMechanic
compoundEquipment
barbellCategory
strengthInstructions
- Load a barbell with round plates and kneel on the floor behind it, gripping the bar with both hands shoulder-width apart.
- Keeping your arms straight and core engaged, slowly roll the barbell forward.
- Extend your body as far as you can while maintaining a flat back and tight core.
- Pause at the extended position, then use your abs to pull the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.