Dumbbell Side Bend - Tips, Pics, and Videos

Exercise: Dumbbell Side Bend

Main Muscle Worked: Abs

Other Muscles Worked:

Equipment: Dumbbell

Type of Exercise: Isolation

Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Dumbbell Side Bend from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Dumbbell Side Bend before you begin adding additional weight.

Starting Position: Stand with feet shoulder width apart for balance. Grasp a dumbbell in one hand.

Performing The Exercise: Slowly lower the dumbbell until it is just below the knee, then reverse direction and bend to the other side until a stretch is felt in the dumbbell side. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.

Tips: This exercise should be done in a controlled manner to avoid injury to the back and hip. A light weight should be used to start and never extend beyond a slight stretch to either side.

Dumbbell Side Bend Pictures

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