Barbell Side Bend
- Primary musclesAbs
- EquipmentBarbell
- LevelBeginner
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01Starting position -
02Final position
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01Phase 1 -
02Phase 2 -
03Phase 3
Muscles worked
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
What weight to use
Set your goal and fitness level — the AtletIQ app calculates the working weight and number of reps for "Barbell Side Bend".
- Working weight for your goal and fitness level
- Sets, reps and rest in your workout log
- Progress for every exercise
| Workout | Weight | Sets × reps |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35.5 kg | 3 × 10 |
| 2 | 40 kg | 3 × 8 |
| 3 | 33 kg | 4 × 12 |
How to do it
4 stepsStand up straight while holding a barbell placed on the back of your shoulders (slightly below the neck). Your feet should be shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.
While keeping your back straight and your head up, bend only at the waist to the right as far as possible. Breathe in as you bend to the side. Then hold for a second and come back up to the starting position as you exhale. Tip: Keep the rest of the body stationary.
Now repeat the movement but bending to the left instead. Hold for a second and come back to the starting position.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Caution: Use caution if you have lower back problems, or avoid this exerise altogether.
Variations: You can also do this exercise while seating on a bench or with dumbbells in your hands.
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