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Dumbbell Side Bend
Core · Core
Generic core demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.
CoreIsolationOne side at a time
A side bend holding one dumbbell that trains the muscles down the side of the trunk.
- Difficulty
- Very easy
- Tracking
- Measured in reps
Muscles worked
Core
Equipment
Dumbbell
How to do it
- Stand tall with a dumbbell in one hand at your side and your other hand on your hip.
- Keep your shoulders square and your feet hip width apart.
- Bend sideways toward the weighted side, letting the dumbbell slide down your leg.
- Squeeze the opposite side of your trunk to return upright, then finish the set and switch hands.
Coaching cues
- Bend straight sideways, do not twist or lean forward.
- Keep the moving range moderate and the weight light to moderate.