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abswaist
45° Side Bend
The 45° side bend is a bodyweight exercise targeting the abdominal muscles, particularly the obliques. It involves bending the torso to the side while standing, engaging the core for stability and control.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms extended straight down by your sides.
- 2.Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, slowly bend your torso to one side, lowering your hand towards your knee.
- 3.Pause for a moment at the bottom, then slowly return to the starting position.
- 4.Repeat on the other side.
- 5.Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
obliques
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