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Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind

Improve flexibility & core strength with Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind. Stretch your obliques and enhance posture!

The Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind mainly works the core, with help from the back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind Muscles Worked

Primary

Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)

How to do the Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your feet flat on the ground and weight evenly distributed.

  2. Hand Positioning:

    • Reach both arms overhead and interlace your fingers or place your palms together.

  3. Bending:

    • Slowly lean to the right side, allowing your torso to bend. Keep your hips facing forward and grounded.

    • Hold the bend for a moment, feeling the stretch along your left side.

  4. Returning to Center:

    • Return to the upright position, bringing both arms back overhead.

  5. Repeat on the Other Side:

    • Now bend to the left side, holding for a moment to stretch your right side.

    • Again, return to the upright position.

  6. Repetitions:

    • Aim for 5 to 10 reps on each side, breathing deeply and steadily throughout the exercise.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements slow and controlled to prevent any jerking motion.

  • Make sure not to twist your hips or upper body; focus on the lateral stretch.

  • Keep your neck relaxed, avoiding any strain.

Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind FAQs

What muscles does the Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind work?

The Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind mainly works the core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind?

None. The Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Standing Side-Bend Hand Behind variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Side-Bend Ballerina, Band Standing Side-Bend Bar, Bottle-Weight Side-Bend and Diagonal Bend Hold.

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