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Barbell side bent

Intermediate

Barbell side bent is a isolation barbell exercise for the abs, also working the obliques and lower back.

What it works

Primary muscle

Abs

Also works

ObliquesLower back

Equipment
Barbell
Movement
Core
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
90 seconds

How to do it

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

What to do instead

  • Weighted side bend (on stability ball)Weight plate
  • 45° side bendBodyweight
  • Side hip (on parallel bars)Bodyweight
  • Dumbbell side bendDumbbell
  • Cable side bendCable
  • Cable side bend crunch (bosu ball)Cable

Easier variations

  • 45° side bendBodyweight
  • Cable side bendCable
  • Dumbbell side bendDumbbell

Harder variations

  • Cable side bend crunch (bosu ball)Cable
  • Side hip (on parallel bars)Bodyweight
Logged today · 90 seconds restBarbell side bent

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