Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | dumbbell |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp dumbbell with one hand and stand upright. Keep arm straight and hold dumbbell besides thigh.Execution
Bend torso to one side, return by bending to other direction. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Range of motion should be limited to about 30 degress to each side. Keep hips in centrical position, donīt swing from side to side.![Dumbbell Side Bend | Starting Position Dumbbell Side Bend Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/95/1895.jpg)
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![Dumbbell Side Bend | Ending Position Dumbbell Side Bend Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/96/1896.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Obliques |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Gluteus Maximus |
![Dumbbell Side Bend | Muscles Front Dumbbell Side Bend Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/1/1001.jpg)
Front
![Dumbbell Side Bend | Muscles Rear Dumbbell Side Bend Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/2/1002.jpg)
Rear