Dumbbell Low Windmill Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Windmill with Dumbbell
How to: Dumbbell Low Windmill
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
- Raise the dumbbell above your head while keeping your arm extended.
- Engage your core and slowly bend to the side, rotating your torso.
- Lower the dumbbell towards the ground while keeping your arm extended.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bending the back instead of rotating at the waist.
- Not keeping the weight close to the body.
Modifications
- Perform without weights to begin with.
- Use a lighter dumbbell to reduce strain.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Maintain a steady pace and don't rush through the reps.
Dumbbell Low Windmill Alternatives
Tags
core
waist
strength
dumbbells
obliques
rotation