Band Side Bend
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Obliques
- Low load
- Abs and Forearms
How to do it
Stand on one end of a band and hold the other end at your side. Keeping your shoulders facing forward, bend sideways away from the hand holding the band against its resistance. Return to upright slowly, then switch sides.
Form cues
- Bend sideways, not forward.
- Use a controlled range.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
ShoulderElbowWristLower backHip
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.