About this exercise
A mobility drill that bends the lumbar spine to the side, stretching the obliques and lateral musculature of the lower back. Performing both sides helps correct asymmetries and maintain balanced spinal mobility.
Standing Side Bend
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Standing Side Bend.
EasyCoreObliques
How to Perform
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart and arms relaxed at your sides
- Slowly tilt your torso to one side, sliding your hand down the outside of your thigh
- Keep your hips level and facing forward throughout the movement
- Hold the stretched position for the prescribed duration
- Slowly return to the upright starting position
- Repeat on the opposite side
Muscle Activation
Primary
CoreObliques
Common Mistakes
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About the Standing Side Bend
The Standing Side Bend is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.