Dumbbell Floor Wiper Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Core
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Core
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Wiper
How to: Dumbbell Floor Wiper
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell with both hands, arms extended straight above your chest.
- Engage your core and slowly lower your legs to one side, keeping your shoulders flat.
- Return to the starting position and lower your legs to the other side.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core.
- Arching the back during the movement.
- Moving too quickly and sacrificing form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell.
- Perform the exercise without weights until comfortable.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core before beginning the exercise.
- Slowly control the dumbbell as you move side to side.
Dumbbell Floor Wiper Alternatives
Tags
core
waist
strength
dumbbell
obliques
intermediate