Band side bend (female)

Band side bend demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, band under one foot and hold the other end with the hand on the same side
  • 2Bend to the side opposite of the band, keeping your body straight
  • 3Hold for a moment at the point of tension
  • 4Return to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for a set of reps, and switch side

Tips:

  • Keep your body in a straight line when bending to the side
  • Focus on pulling the band using your side muscles not your arms
  • Keep a controlled, steady pace throughout the movement
  • Exhale as you perform the side bend, inhale as you return to standing

Band side bend Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs