Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie on mat in lateral position. Keep body straight. Cross forearms in front of chest.Execution
Flex waist to raise torso as high as possible. Keep position for a moment. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Mat Side Bend, Lateral | Starting Position Mat Side Bend, Lateral Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/64/1364.jpg)
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![Mat Side Bend, Lateral | Ending Position Mat Side Bend, Lateral Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/65/1365.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Obliques |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Erector Spinae | Rectus Abdominis |
![Mat Side Bend, Lateral | Muscles Front Mat Side Bend, Lateral Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/39/739.jpg)
Front
![Mat Side Bend, Lateral | Muscles Rear Mat Side Bend, Lateral Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/40/740.jpg)
Rear