Posts Tagged ‘ab slide roller’

The ab slide is one of the latest ‘gimmick’ ab machines designed to specifically target your abdominal muscles in a very unique and challenging way. The concept behind the ab slide is completely different, however, than most other abdominal machines on the market and allow more advanced fitness buffs to work their abs in new, challenging ways.

First and foremost, it’s very important to understand that the ab slide roller exercises are very difficult. On a scale of 1 – 10, they would be at least and 8 or a 9. Basically, you grab onto the roller with your hands, locking your arms as you ‘slide’ the abs roller away from your body. You keep your back straight (VERY important) and your body straight as you lower yourself as low as possible. Yes, this sounds easy, and even looks easy—but make no mistake this is one of the most difficult exercises you can do (or attempt to do in most people’s cases). Continue reading →