Cable Side Bend Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Side Bends
How to: Cable Side Bend
- Attach a handle to the cable machine at the lowest setting.
- Stand to the side of the cable machine, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grab the handle with one hand and step away from the machine to create tension.
- Keeping your core engaged, bend your waist to the side, bringing your hand down towards your knee.
- Control the movement as you return to the starting position without allowing your body to twist.
- Repeat for the desired number of sets and then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum instead of muscle control.
- Not maintaining proper posture.
- Overextending the movement beyond the waist level.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to start if you are new to this movement.
- Perform the exercise while seated to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid twisting your back; focus on bending at the waist.
- Control the cable as you return to the starting position.
Cable Side Bend Alternatives
Tags
waist
strength
obliques
core
cable exercise
intermediate