Dumbbell Side-Bend
Strengthen your core! The Dumbbell Side-Bend targets & tones your obliques for a stronger, more defined midsection. Do it right for best results!
The Dumbbell Side-Bend mainly works the core. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Side-Bend Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Dumbbell Side-Bend Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Side-Bend
Stand up straight with a dumbbell in your right hand, palm facing your body. Keep your feet shoulder-width apart.
Place your left hand on your head or on your hip.
Keep your back straight and your eyes facing forward, and engage your core.
Slowly bend to your right side as far as you can without twisting your upper body, lowering the dumbbell down your leg.
Contract your right oblique muscles to pull yourself back up to starting position.
Complete the desired number of repetitions on one side before switching the dumbbell to your left hand and repeating the motion on the left side.
Breathe out while you bend to the side and inhale as you return to the starting position.
Remember to perform the exercise under control and avoid using the dumbbell's momentum to swing your body sideways. Keep the motion slow and deliberate to maximize engagement of the obliques.
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Dumbbell Side-Bend FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Side-Bend work?
The Dumbbell Side-Bend mainly works the core. The main muscles are the obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Side-Bend?
Dumbbells.
What are some Dumbbell Side-Bend variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Side-Bend Hyperextension, Band Side-Bend Overhead, Band Standing Side-Bend Bar and Barbell Side-Bend.
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