barbell side bent v. 2
A waist exercise targeting the abs, performed with barbell.
How to do barbell side bent v. 2
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with both hands, palms facing down.
Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
Slowly bend your torso to the right side, lowering the barbell towards your right knee.
Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Repeat the movement on the left side.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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