Bottle Weighted Side Bend Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Side Crunch
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Bottle Weighted Side Bend
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a weight in your right hand.
- Slowly bend your torso to the right side while keeping your hips stable.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions. Switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Using too much weight which can lead to poor form.
- Moving too quickly instead of controlled.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight or no weight at all for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench to reduce strain.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep a straight back to avoid injury.
- Control the weight and don't use momentum.
Bottle Weighted Side Bend Alternatives
Tags
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waist
obliques
weighted
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