Side Bend (on stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Stability Ball Side Bend
How to: Side Bend (on stability ball)
- Sit on a stability ball with your feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a weight in one hand and let your arm hang down.
- Slowly bend your torso to the side, bringing the weight down towards the floor.
- Engage your obliques to pull back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for several repetitions, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward instead of sideways.
- Using too much weight, which can strain the back.
- Not stabilizing the ball correctly.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without the stability ball by standing and bending sideways.
- Use a lighter weight or no weight if you are a beginner.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Move slowly and with control to avoid injury.
- Maintain good posture to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.
Side Bend (on stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
waist
obliques
strength
stability
core
intermediate