Ab wheel rollout
Roll an ab wheel forward from the knees and back while keeping the trunk braced; a hard anti-extension exercise.
- Muscle group: Core
- Equipment: Ab wheel
- Difficulty: Advanced
Also known as: Ab wheel, Ab roller, Rollout, Mavehjul
How to do it
- Kneel holding the wheel under your shoulders and brace as for a plank.
- Roll forward slowly only as far as you can keep the lower back from sagging.
- Pull back to the start by squeezing the abs, not by bending at the hips.
Common mistakes
- Letting the lower back arch as you roll out.
- Rolling further than you can control and collapsing.
Alternatives
Watch a video demonstration on YouTube
“Ab Wheel- How to PROPERLY Use an Ab Wheel | MIND PUMP” by Mind Pump TV (opens YouTube)
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