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Dumbbell Side Bend demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Side Bend

A standing oblique isolation exercise using a dumbbell to develop lateral core strength and stability.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Lower Back · Quadratus Lumborum · Deep Core

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand upright holding a dumbbell in one hand at your side.

  2. 02

    Keep the opposite hand on your hip or behind your head.

  3. 03

    Bend laterally toward the dumbbell side, lowering it along your thigh.

  4. 04

    Return to upright, then bend to the opposite side using only your obliques.

  5. 05

    Complete all reps per side.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.