Exercise ball roll

The exercise ball roll out requires the recruitment of the midsection muscles, some of the upper body muscles, and also additional core stabilising muscles to complete the movement. This exercise can prove to offer a refreshing change to your abdominal workout, which often involve the traditional crunch.

There are now roll out devices for sale which aid in this movement, but designed for this sole purpose.

Performing exercise ball rolls

• Kneel in front of exercise ball.
• Place clasped hands on exercise ball, whilst keeping torso erect, and no bend in the hip.
• Roll the ball forward, keeping knees stationary.
• Once arms are fully extended above head, contract abdominal muscles to bring the ball back towards the body.
• Repeat for the desired amount of repetitions.

Exercise ball rolls courtesy of Fitness Uncovered - Bodybuilding & Fitness

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