How to do it
Distribute your weight evenly across both feet throughout each rep.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, stepping on one end of the band.
- 2
Hold the other end with the hand on the same side of the body.
- 3
Bend at the waist to the side, keeping your back straight.
- 4
Return to the upright position and repeat for the desired reps before switching sides.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and avoid bending too far to the side. Engage your obliques throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rotating the torso during the side bend
- ✕Shifting the hips laterally to assist
- ✕Bending the wrist to pull the band