What muscles does the Barbell Rollout work?

The Barbell Rollout mainly works the abs.

How many sets and reps of the Barbell Rollout?

2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.

What can I do instead of the Barbell Rollout?

Ab Wheel Kneeling Rollout, Ab Wheel Rollout, Bear Hug Carry and Bicycle Crunch work the same main muscle.

Barbell Rollout

Grip a loaded bar and roll it forward from the knees, bracing hard to resist arching, then pull back.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked: Abs
Equipment: Barbell
Movement: Core

Sets and reps

2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds.
Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the abs, for when the barbell is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Rollout work?: The Barbell Rollout mainly works the abs.
What equipment do you need for the Barbell Rollout?: A barbell.
How many sets and reps of the Barbell Rollout?: 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Rollout?: Ab Wheel Kneeling Rollout, Ab Wheel Rollout, Bear Hug Carry and Bicycle Crunch work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Barbell Rollout to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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