Exercise technique

standing wheel rollerout

The standing wheel rollout is an advanced core exercise that primarily targets the abdominal muscles, while also engaging the lower back and shoulders. It requires significant core strength, balance, and control to perform safely and effectively.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start by standing tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and the wheel roller in front of you.
  2. Bend at your waist and slowly roll the wheel forward, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  3. Continue rolling forward until you feel a stretch in your abs and your body is extended as far as possible.
  4. Pause for a moment, then slowly roll the wheel back towards your body, returning to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Lower back, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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