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Elastics Side Bend

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Exercise Profile

Elastics Side Bend Overview

The elastic side bend workout primarily engages the Obliques, using elastics for resistance.

The elastics provide targeted resistance without overworking secondary muscles, resulting in effective Oblique engagement.

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Elastics Side Bend Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding an elastic band in both hands.
  2. Extend your arms straight out in front of you, keeping them parallel to the floor.
  3. Engage your core and slowly bend your upper body to one side, while keeping your arms straight.
  4. Feel the stretch on the opposite side of your body as you bend.
  5. Return to the starting position by slowly straightening your body and repeating the exercise on the other side.

Elastics Side Bend Tips

  1. Start with a light resistance elastic band to get comfortable with the Side bend exercise.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the elastic band with both hands, keeping your arms straight.
  3. Engage your obliques by imagining you’re pulling your belly button towards your spine.
  4. Slowly bend sideways to the right, keeping your upper body straight and your core tight.
  5. Feel the stretch on your left side, and then return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the movement on the left side, focusing on engaging your obliques throughout the exercise.
  7. Perform 10-12 reps on each side, gradually increasing the resistance of the elastic band as you get stronger.

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