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Roller Body Saw

Category
Waist
Equipment
Roller
Target
Abs

The roller body saw holds a plank position with the forearms on a roller, sliding forward and back to create constant instability under the core. That sliding motion is what separates it from a static plank — the abs have to resist the roller pulling the body out of position the entire time.

How to Do the Roller Body Saw

  1. Get into a plank position with your forearms resting on the roller and your body straight.
  2. Brace your core and roll the roller forward slowly, extending your body as far as control allows.
  3. Pause briefly at your furthest reach, then roll back slowly to the starting position.
  4. Complete your planned set count, emphasizing full range of motion and strong peak contraction in the abs.

Calorie Burn & Set Tracker

Sets
3
Reps / Set
10
Active Timer
00:00
Estimated Burn
0 kcal

Muscles Worked

The Roller Body Saw primarily targets the Abs, with Shoulders as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Triceps, Core.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Roller Body Saw work?
The Roller Body Saw primarily targets the abs, with the shoulders and triceps, core assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Roller Body Saw?
The Roller Body Saw is done with a roller.
What's a good alternative to the Roller Body Saw?
If you don't have access to a roller, the 3/4 Sit-Up targets the same abs using body weight instead.