How to do it
Gaze straight ahead the whole set to keep your neck neutral.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a resistance band under your feet and grasping it with one hand.
- 2
Keep your other hand behind your head or on your waist.
- 3
Bend to the side with the band, keeping your hips stationary and engaging your obliques.
- 4
Return to the starting position with control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on each side.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and avoid using momentum. Ensure constant tension on the band to engage the oblique muscles effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Shifting the hips sideways during the bend
- ✕Rotating the torso instead of side-bending
- ✕Pulling the band down by bending the elbow