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Barbell Rollout from Bench

Main muscles
Abs
Also works
Glutes, Hamstrings, Lats, Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do it

  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.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Barbell Rollout from Bench work?
Mainly the abs, with help from the glutes, hamstrings, lats, shoulders.
What equipment do I need?
Barbell.
Is it good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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