Dumbbell Side Bend
The side bend with a dumbbell in one hand; only the free side works.
How to do it
Setup
Dumbbell in ONE hand, other hand at the temple, feet hip-width.
Steps
- Bend toward the bell, letting it slide down the thigh.
- Pull back up with the OPPOSITE side.
- Finish the set, then move the bell to the other hand.
Common mistakes
Two bells at once: they cancel each other; ONE side loads. Twisting into the bend: pure side plane. Overstretching down: the pull up is the work.
Breathing
Inhale bending down, exhale pulling up.
