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Supine Roll-Up Clap

Fire up your core with this dynamic abdominal challenge. Roll into a seated tuck and add a clap at the peak to improve coordination, explosive power, and total-body control.

The Supine Roll-Up Clap mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Optional Equipment

Yoga Mat
Yoga Mat

Supine Roll-Up Clap Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)

How to do the Supine Roll-Up Clap

Setup

  • Lie flat on your back on a mat, extending your arms above your head and legs straight out.

Movement

  • Engage your core to initiate a smooth roll-up movement.

  • As you lift your torso off the ground, draw your knees toward your chest while pulling your arms forward.

  • At the peak of the sitting position, bring your hands together to clap.

  • Slowly lower your torso and legs back to the starting position in a controlled manner.

  • Maintain consistent engagement of your abdominal muscles throughout the movement to avoid straining your lower back.

Supine Roll-Up Clap FAQs

What muscles does the Supine Roll-Up Clap work?

The Supine Roll-Up Clap mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Supine Roll-Up Clap?

None. The Supine Roll-Up Clap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

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