Dumbbell Side Bend
The Dumbbell Side Bend is an isolation strength exercise performed with dumbbells. It primarily targets the abdominals. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
isolationEquipment
dumbbellCategory
strength
Instructions
- Stand upright holding a dumbbell in one hand at your side.
- Keep your other hand behind your head or at your waist.
- Slowly bend at the waist toward the side holding the dumbbell.
- Return to the upright position, then bend away from the dumbbell side to feel the stretch.
- Complete all reps on one side, then switch the dumbbell to the other hand.