Which muscles does the ab wheel rollout work?

The ab wheel rollout mainly works your abs. It also involves your lats.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the ab wheel rollout in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Ab Wheel Rollout: how to do it and muscles worked

The ab wheel rollout mainly works your abs, with help from your lats. You need an ab wheel.

Muscles worked

Main

Helping

Lats

How to do the ab wheel rollout

1
Kneel on a mat holding an ab wheel with both hands under your shoulders, back slightly rounded and abs braced.
2
Roll the wheel forward slowly, extending your body until it is nearly straight, going only as far as you can control.
3
Pull the wheel back by tightening your abs to return to the start. Breathe in as you roll out and out as you return.

Form tip: Do not let your lower back sag; shorten the range if it does, and keep your glutes tight.

Common questions

Which muscles does the ab wheel rollout work?: The ab wheel rollout mainly works your abs. It also involves your lats.
What equipment do I need for the ab wheel rollout?: You need an ab wheel.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the ab wheel rollout in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.