Barbell Exercises for Abdominals (abs)

Barbell exercises for abs target the upper and lower abs muscles as well as the obliques.

Browse through the various barbell exercises for abdominals below:

Barbell Trunk Rotation

Barbell Trunk Rotation
  • Sit on a bench and place a barbell behind your neck, holding it with both hands in a wide grip position.

  • Rotate your upper body from one side to the other with short pauses between rotations.

  • Try to keep your back straight throughout.

Barbell Side Bend

Barbell Side Bend
  • Stand up, place a barbell behind your neck and hold it with both hands in a wide grip position.

  • Lean your upper body sideways and bring it back after a short pause. Alternate sides.

  • Try to keep your back straight throughout.