Dumbbell Side Bridge with Bent Leg Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Tensor Fasciae Latae, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Side Bridge with Bent Leg
How to: Dumbbell Side Bridge with Bent Leg
- Lie on your side with your legs bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Place a dumbbell on the top hip, resting it securely.
- Lift your hips off the ground, creating a straight line from your head to your knees.
- Hold this position, engaging your core and obliques.
- Lower back down with control.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing hips to sag or rise too high.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Using too heavy a dumbbell which affects form.
Modifications
- Perform without weights or on your knees for added support.
- Adjust the angle of your body to suit your comfort level.
Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to feet.
- Avoid letting your hips sag to maintain tension in the obliques.
- Use a dumbbell that's appropriate for your strength level.
Dumbbell Side Bridge with Bent Leg Alternatives
Tags
core
dumbbell
obliques
strength
stability
waist