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Ab Roller

Primary
Abdominals
Secondary
Shoulders
Equipment
Other
Level
intermediate

Ab Roller demonstration

Ab Roller, starting position
Ab Roller, starting position
Ab Roller, finishing position
Ab Roller, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Hold the Ab Roller with both hands and kneel on the floor.
  2. 2Now place the ab roller on the floor in front of you so that you are on all your hands and knees (as in a kneeling push up position). This will be your starting position.
  3. 3Slowly roll the ab roller straight forward, stretching your body into a straight position. Tip: Go down as far as you can without touching the floor with your body. Breathe in during this portion of the movement.
  4. 4After a pause at the stretched position, start pulling yourself back to the starting position as you breathe out. Tip: Go slowly and keep your abs tight at all times.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
AbdominalsShoulders

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Ab Roller work?

Ab Roller primarily targets the Abdominals. It also works the Shoulders as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Ab Roller?

Ab Roller requires Other.

Is Ab Roller suitable for beginners?

Ab Roller is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Ab Roller

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.