Side Bend Alternating (bent arm)
Expert Advice
Focus on bending directly to the side rather than forward or backward to isolate the oblique muscles effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and raise one arm overhead, bending at the elbow.
- Lean to the opposite side of the raised arm, feeling a stretch along your side.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary

Abs70%
Secondary

Quads30%
Equipment
Body weight

Exercise Type
Strength