Band Overhead Side Bend Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Side Bend with Band
How to: Band Overhead Side Bend
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the band overhead with one arm.
- Bend your torso to the side while keeping your hips stable.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward instead of sideways.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core muscles properly.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band.
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maximize effectiveness.
- Breathe out as you bend to the side and inhale as you return to the starting position.
- Ensure the band is at an appropriate resistance level to maintain form.
Band Overhead Side Bend Alternatives
Tags
core
obliques
waist
strength
band exercises
intermediate