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Barbell Rollout

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Barbell Rollout

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Barbell Rollout targets your core muscles, specifically the rectus abdominis, obliques, and erector spinae (lower back). During the contraction (pulling the ball back to the body) phase of the movement, it also works the shoulders and upper back muscles and increases their stability and strength.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Place a mat under your knees. Place the barbell on the floor and grab it with an overhand grip, with your hands shoulder-width apart. Your shoulders position should be directly over the barbell; this is the starting position.
  • Step 2

    Keep your knees in a fixed position and roll the bar in front of you until your arms get fully extended in front of your body. Pause, and return to starting position in the opposite direction.

Muscle Groups

Barbell Rollout targets Abs, Obliques, Shoulders, Spinal Erectors as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Don't let your hips drop at any point in the movement.
  • Drive within a comfortable range of motion. You shouldn't strain your lower back.