Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | low cable pulley |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp low pulley cable stirrup and stand sideward to pulley. Place feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Keep arm straight.Execution
Bend torso to either side, return by bending to other side using same range of motion.Repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Torso range of motion should be limited to a maximum of about 30 degress to each side. Keep hips stable in centrical position, donīt swing from side to side.![Cable Side Bend | Starting Position Cable Side Bend Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/29/429.jpg)
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![Cable Side Bend | Ending Position Cable Side Bend Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/30/430.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Obliques |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Gluteus Maximus |
![Cable Side Bend | Muscles Front Cable Side Bend Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/13/213.jpg)
Front
![Cable Side Bend | Muscles Rear Cable Side Bend Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/14/214.jpg)
Rear