Abs Exercises – “Ab Rollouts”
Filed Under: Core Training
Filed Under: Core Training
If you are looking for a new challenge for your abs training, doing “ab rollouts” on a suspension trainer may be just what the doctor ordered.
Many people have been doing planks and different variations for their basic ab work and need something more advanced. The abs wheel is a good choice, as it requires you to stabilize with your upper body, at the same time.
The old models have been largely replaced with one’s that have a bigger wheel. Most people have to start on their knees to complete these exercises.
If you have a suspension trainer such as a TRX or bandit’s loops, you can use it to do ab rollouts, similar to the wheel. Start with the straps in a higher position and then you can gradually lower them for more resistance.
In the low position, they will give you a great core training effect, besides the upper body stability work. There is a reason gymnasts have great upper body development, even though they usually only train with their own bodyweight.
Don’t let your stomach sag as you go through the motion. Of course, that should go without saying, as there is plenty of tension placed on your stomach.
You can also do pushups in the low position to work all the muscles above your waist at the same time. If that’s not enough tension, pick one leg off the ground as you do your pushups – or wear a weight vest.
Obviously, this isn’t a beginner exercise, but this is one of the many ways you can train your midsection while using a suspension trainer.
Get moving!
Brian Morgan
