Just bought this and the perfect pushups, hopefully over the next couple of months I can shed a lot of weight in my mid section and tone my pectoral and arms.
Calories burned will determine body fat loss overall especially around midsection. Muscle building is what tones along with proper calorie balance to lose body fat. These may help a little, but you may need to review your workout plan first and see if these will provide that assistance. It's never the equipment, it is how you workout and if that equipment will assist you getting the results.
Good review, Derrick. I have had one of these for a while, but am just now starting to use it more regularly. You title this video "Build a 6 Pack at Home", and I guess my question is how often should I use it and how many reps a day to lessen my gut? I'm probably fifteen to twenty pounds overweight, and can squeeze a couple of inches of belly fat. One thing I notice you're doing in the video is using it on a bare floor, though instructions on the wheel does say to use it on non-skid surfaces only. Be that as it may, I realized after watching your video, that I've put the handles on backwards so "Left" is on the "Right" side, and vice-versa. Even so, it doesn't adversely affect use of the product, so maybe the same holds true with surfaces. Thanks for the video--liked & subscribed.
Thanks for the comment! This is one of those issues where you can't target your belly fat doing ab exercises. Your body decides what fat to burn first and unfortunately, it is out of our control (based on everything I've watched and read). What the ab roller does is it allows you to develop a stronger core so that when you do lose the fat, you will have visible abs instead of just a flat stomach. It also strengthens your spine allowing carryover to other exercises you may be doing. This can help you lift more weight and protect you from injury. Right now I use it once to twice a week depending on how I feel. In my program (upper/lower split) it is once a week for 10 reps, 3 sets. Focus on breathing and keeping your glutes and hips tight throughout an entire range of motion. Also, try to squeeze your abs when bringing it back, not your lower body like most people do. This can also be thought of as the "mind-muscle connection". So it won't remove the fat (may burn some calories) but it will help strengthen your core so that you are stronger and will have visible abs as the fat goes away. Be consistent with your training program, focus on building a great metabolism, and you will get there in time :)
@@georgec8210 I like the ab rollers because it creates a "dynamic" movement while training you to stabilize your core. Both the crunch and leg lift are going up against gravity, where planks and ab rollers and forcing you to hold and stabilize your body in the opposite direction. While you can build a decent core without equipment, I find the ab roller to be more fun and enjoyable while also great for an overall stronger core.
@@georgec8210 yeah I don't use it for obliques. While they really don't need to be targeted as they are involved in other core exercises, I tend to do hanging knee raises but twist across my body for a little more activation. Overall body fat will determine if you can see them, but if you want to get stronger obliques the side planks or cross-rotational movements will work great. No need for an ab roller to do it.
If you go to wall and back each time and get closer or farther away to the wall as you get stronger you won't ever have to deal with the spring ending early because the distance is the same for each time you do it . I just started using mine that's what I do
The spring stops you from returning too far so the wall wouldn't really matter. I no longer use ab rollers in my workouts, but I was able to avoid the spring issue by standing in a "table-top" position with the wheel lightly rolled first, then go out and back using just the abs and not my hip flexors.
I have the "sport" model that I bought last Christmas for like 15 bucks, the one without the metal coil inside -- same handles, a little narrower wheel, and it's blue. Love the snap-on handles.
I had one. It was good. Than i found a basic ab roller for 5 bux. Im not even kidding the 5 dollar ab roller is harder and works my abs way more. U need to roll back on your own and this one does the job for u. Its ok but u dont need it.
@@GamerBody i think it was valeo. It was on sale at walmart for $5.99 it was $9.99. I feel it is much harder than the ab carver. Tge ab carver does the work for you on the way back. Do you think a basic one does the same trick in your opinion?
Hm, I use the basic cheap roller now too, but I feel too much strain in my shoulder and elbow joints in the bottom point. Isn't it the point of this product to eliminate this?
Sorry for the late reply. You can go side to side with them to Target more of the obliques. I'd leave that to other exercises though as the ab roller isn't the best for it.
Will, you get a Six pack by using it with a proper diet? How long would it take on a 4 days training on a week to see some results? What do you think about the more expensive one using elbow rest? Are they really worth it or just a waste of extra money? 👍
Abs are only visible at a low enough body fat. This is simply a tool to help you work your abs to build a bit more muscle and definition. A lot of what you ask is "it depends" based on your intensity during the exercise, how well you recover from training, your sleep, diet, etc. It will be different for everyone. Just remember this is a tool to help build muscle is the abs, that is all.
Don't! Since making this video I have improved my form. It is a small movement where you should only be contracting your core to prevent hip flexors from taking over. I'd lookup AthleanX's video on how to do it properly. Keep up the good work!
@@paulmelnychuk5477 a belt is not the right approach as you should actually be slightly rounding your back and using your Core to contract throughout the entire motion, no arms or hip flexors. It's a small movement (in this video some of mine are off as I go too far). All of the focus should be on the abs, staying under control and not going to fast with each rep. I guarantee the 65-year-old man doing 100 is not doing them appropriately.
It's been over 2 years and the spring in mine has never broken. I use it every week so to me it is an excellent investment for how long it has lasted. Maybe others broke there's but they most likely used it wrong.
Yes, if you are putting all you upper body weight on the device intead of focusing on your core throughout you could damage it. Also, if you go out and in super fast you could as well. My guess is people font know what they are doing or how to work the core properly with it and it breaks. I recommend looking up a how to use an ab roller vid first before attempting :)
I have not but off it is the same brand I am sure it is great. So far every Perfect Fitness product I have purchased has been great (except for the original pushup bars).
Got one minus the pads, at a charity yard sale , $2.00. Perfect condition.
Nice, that is a steal!
Just bought this and the perfect pushups, hopefully over the next couple of months I can shed a lot of weight in my mid section and tone my pectoral and arms.
Calories burned will determine body fat loss overall especially around midsection. Muscle building is what tones along with proper calorie balance to lose body fat. These may help a little, but you may need to review your workout plan first and see if these will provide that assistance. It's never the equipment, it is how you workout and if that equipment will assist you getting the results.
How are you getting on with them?
I love it; I have this one had it since 2016 (Still using it in 2022), and I also have the $15 generic brand it's good but the name brand is better...
Good review, Derrick. I have had one of these for a while, but am just now starting to use it more regularly. You title this video "Build a 6 Pack at Home", and I guess my question is how often should I use it and how many reps a day to lessen my gut? I'm probably fifteen to twenty pounds overweight, and can squeeze a couple of inches of belly fat.
One thing I notice you're doing in the video is using it on a bare floor, though instructions on the wheel does say to use it on non-skid surfaces only. Be that as it may, I realized after watching your video, that I've put the handles on backwards so "Left" is on the "Right" side, and vice-versa. Even so, it doesn't adversely affect use of the product, so maybe the same holds true with surfaces. Thanks for the video--liked & subscribed.
Thanks for the comment! This is one of those issues where you can't target your belly fat doing ab exercises. Your body decides what fat to burn first and unfortunately, it is out of our control (based on everything I've watched and read).
What the ab roller does is it allows you to develop a stronger core so that when you do lose the fat, you will have visible abs instead of just a flat stomach. It also strengthens your spine allowing carryover to other exercises you may be doing. This can help you lift more weight and protect you from injury.
Right now I use it once to twice a week depending on how I feel. In my program (upper/lower split) it is once a week for 10 reps, 3 sets. Focus on breathing and keeping your glutes and hips tight throughout an entire range of motion. Also, try to squeeze your abs when bringing it back, not your lower body like most people do. This can also be thought of as the "mind-muscle connection".
So it won't remove the fat (may burn some calories) but it will help strengthen your core so that you are stronger and will have visible abs as the fat goes away. Be consistent with your training program, focus on building a great metabolism, and you will get there in time :)
@@GamerBody ya but u can just do leg lifts and crunches to harden your core. You dont need devices. You just need a mat.
@@georgec8210 I like the ab rollers because it creates a "dynamic" movement while training you to stabilize your core. Both the crunch and leg lift are going up against gravity, where planks and ab rollers and forcing you to hold and stabilize your body in the opposite direction. While you can build a decent core without equipment, I find the ab roller to be more fun and enjoyable while also great for an overall stronger core.
@@GamerBody your abosolutely right. Plank is amazing. The only problem is with ab rollers u dont really target your obliques
@@georgec8210 yeah I don't use it for obliques. While they really don't need to be targeted as they are involved in other core exercises, I tend to do hanging knee raises but twist across my body for a little more activation. Overall body fat will determine if you can see them, but if you want to get stronger obliques the side planks or cross-rotational movements will work great. No need for an ab roller to do it.
If you go to wall and back each time and get closer or farther away to the wall as you get stronger you won't ever have to deal with the spring ending early because the distance is the same for each time you do it . I just started using mine that's what I do
The spring stops you from returning too far so the wall wouldn't really matter. I no longer use ab rollers in my workouts, but I was able to avoid the spring issue by standing in a "table-top" position with the wheel lightly rolled first, then go out and back using just the abs and not my hip flexors.
Thanks just purchased one
Nice bro nice review 😊
I have the "sport" model that I bought last Christmas for like 15 bucks, the one without the metal coil inside -- same handles, a little narrower wheel, and it's blue. Love the snap-on handles.
Oh nice! I saw that one and it looks great as well. Either work in this case as they are similar but you got a great deal for that price.
I found mine driving through my neighborhood alley 👍
That's a win!
I had one. It was good. Than i found a basic ab roller for 5 bux. Im not even kidding the 5 dollar ab roller is harder and works my abs way more. U need to roll back on your own and this one does the job for u. Its ok but u dont need it.
Nice, which ab roller did you buy? I'd love to check it out and see if I like it more.
@@GamerBody i think it was valeo. It was on sale at walmart for $5.99 it was $9.99. I feel it is much harder than the ab carver. Tge ab carver does the work for you on the way back. Do you think a basic one does the same trick in your opinion?
@@GamerBody the only problem is it is hard to work obliques. But i do plank and i lift on each side for obliques and do Russian twist.
Hm, I use the basic cheap roller now too, but I feel too much strain in my shoulder and elbow joints in the bottom point. Isn't it the point of this product to eliminate this?
Sorry for the late reply. You can go side to side with them to Target more of the obliques. I'd leave that to other exercises though as the ab roller isn't the best for it.
Will, you get a Six pack by using it with a proper diet? How long would it take on a 4 days training on a week to see some results? What do you think about the more expensive one using elbow rest? Are they really worth it or just a waste of extra money? 👍
Abs are only visible at a low enough body fat. This is simply a tool to help you work your abs to build a bit more muscle and definition. A lot of what you ask is "it depends" based on your intensity during the exercise, how well you recover from training, your sleep, diet, etc. It will be different for everyone. Just remember this is a tool to help build muscle is the abs, that is all.
Good review!
Thanks!
Just bought one but I'm a beginner...I cant stretch my body all the way just yet lol. Having problems relaxing my body and keeping my thumbs in place
Don't! Since making this video I have improved my form. It is a small movement where you should only be contracting your core to prevent hip flexors from taking over. I'd lookup AthleanX's video on how to do it properly. Keep up the good work!
@@GamerBody thanks!!
Looking at the videos now
I do this every day 30 to 60 reps /2. I'm not ripped but I feel stronger
Nice..make sure you do them the right way. 30-60 is a lot of you are properly contracting your core. Keep up the good work.
I wear a weight lifters belt to protect my back.
There is a video on here a65 ye old man does 100 . On a much smaller wheel.
@@paulmelnychuk5477 a belt is not the right approach as you should actually be slightly rounding your back and using your Core to contract throughout the entire motion, no arms or hip flexors. It's a small movement (in this video some of mine are off as I go too far).
All of the focus should be on the abs, staying under control and not going to fast with each rep. I guarantee the 65-year-old man doing 100 is not doing them appropriately.
@@GamerBody il
Do the knee pads come with it?
Mine did! It's been a while but if it stayed the same then yes. They aren't great but will work.
That nice
Handsome fella 😁
Thank you!
What happens when the spring gets damaged?Will it still work?Should I buy this one or the dual wheel ab roller?
It's been over 2 years and the spring in mine has never broken. I use it every week so to me it is an excellent investment for how long it has lasted.
Maybe others broke there's but they most likely used it wrong.
@@GamerBody Is there any wrong way of doing it that might damage the spring?
Yes, if you are putting all you upper body weight on the device intead of focusing on your core throughout you could damage it.
Also, if you go out and in super fast you could as well. My guess is people font know what they are doing or how to work the core properly with it and it breaks.
I recommend looking up a how to use an ab roller vid first before attempting :)
@@GamerBody Shall go for the newer version of ab carver.Have you tried it?It has some advantages over the older version.
I have not but off it is the same brand I am sure it is great. So far every Perfect Fitness product I have purchased has been great (except for the original pushup bars).
Can just state their results.
Huh?
My mom has that
How does she like it? I do the ab rollouts on my second upper body day in my current training
Good
Is this real?
The product and review are real.
Fitness for gamers really WTF
Just who I target as I am a gamer, but also love being in shape at the same time.