Dumbbell side bend
- Basic
- Dumbbells
- Unilateral
Bend sideways without twisting or leaning forward
Muscles worked
- Primary:
- Core
How to do it
- Standing, hold a dumbbell in one hand with the arm straight by your side.
- Lean your torso towards the dumbbell without twisting or bending forward.
- Come back upright using the opposite side and finish the reps before switching.
Common mistakes
- Holding dumbbells in both hands (they cancel each other out).
- Twisting the torso or bending at the hips.
Tips
- Moderate, controlled range.
- A good partner for the suitcase carry.