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TRX Kneeling Oblique Rollout

Intermediate
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TRX suspension exercise that targets obliques and rectus abdominis through angled kneeling rollout, building core stability, anti-rotation strength, and endurance.

About Exercise

Equipment

Others

Difficulty

3/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Obliques, Abs

Secondary Muscles

Lats, Shoulders

Popularity Score

6

Goals

Stability
Endurance
Conditioning

Training Style

Functional Training

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Obliques

10/10

External Obliques, Internal Obliques

Abs

8/10

Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis

Lats

5/10

Teres Major

Shoulders

4/10

Anterior Delts

Programming

Typical Rep Range

8-15 reps

Rest Between Sets

30-60 seconds

How to Perform

Adjust TRX straps to mid-calf length. Kneel facing away from anchor, grip handles with arms extended forward at shoulder height, body in straight line from shoulders to knees.

  1. Lean forward and extend arms diagonally to one side while keeping torso rigid.
  2. Reach until arms are at head height or form falters, maintaining straight body line.
  3. Engage core to pull body back to start position.
  4. Press down through arms for control on return.
  5. Switch sides after reps on first side.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Keep plank straight
  • Brace abs tight
  • Control the lean
  • No back arch
  • Alternate sides evenly

Breathing

Inhale during extension, exhale strongly while returning to start and bracing core.

Tempo

3-1-2

Range of Motion

Extend arms forward and to side until shoulders align with hips and knees, without lower back arch or hip sag.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Avoid if acute lower back pain present
  • Reduce range if shoulders unstable
  • Use mat for knee comfort
  • Stop if lumbar strain felt

Spotting

No spotter needed; use controlled range and self-limit based on form.

Common Mistakes

  • Allowing hips to sag
  • Using momentum to extend
  • Arching lower back
  • Shortening range prematurely
  • Gripping too loosely

When to Avoid

  • Acute lower back injury
  • Shoulder impingement

Flexibility Needed

  • Shoulder flexion to 180 degrees
  • Hip and thoracic mobility for rotation

Build Up First

  • Master basic plank hold
  • Familiarity with TRX fallout

Also known as

TRX Oblique Kneeling Rollout, Suspension Trainer Oblique Rollout, TRX Kneeling Side Rollout

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