Barbell Rollout from Bench
How to do the Barbell Rollout from Bench with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
Glutes, Hamstrings, Lats, Shoulders
Barbell
How to do the Barbell Rollout from Bench
- 1
Place a loaded barbell on the ground, near the end of a bench. Kneel with both legs on the bench, and take a medium to narrow grip on the barbell. This will be your starting position.
- 2
To begin, extend through the hips to slowly roll the bar forward. As you roll out, flex the shoulder to roll the bar above your head. Ensure that your arms remain extended throughout the movement.
- 3
When the bar has been moved as far forward as possible, return to the starting position.
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Barbell Rollout from Bench: common questions
What muscles does the Barbell Rollout from Bench work?
The Barbell Rollout from Bench primarily works the Abs. It also recruits the Glutes, Hamstrings, Lats and Shoulders as supporting muscles.
Is the Barbell Rollout from Bench suitable for beginners?
The Barbell Rollout from Bench is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Rollout from Bench?
To do the Barbell Rollout from Bench you'll need a barbell.
Is the Barbell Rollout from Bench a compound or isolation exercise?
The Barbell Rollout from Bench is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Barbell Rollout from Bench with correct form?
Place a loaded barbell on the ground, near the end of a bench. Kneel with both legs on the bench, and take a medium to narrow grip on the barbell. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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