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Barbell Side Bent V. 2

Barbell Side Bent V. 2: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: barbell.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbarbell
  • Body partwaist
Primary muscles
abs, obliques
Secondary muscles
lower back
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How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with both hands, palms facing down.
  2. Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
  3. Slowly bend your torso to the right side, lowering the barbell towards your right knee.
  4. Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement on the left side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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