Cable side bend
The cable side bend is an exercise targeting the abs, specifically the obliques. It involves standing next to a cable machine, holding the handle with one hand, and bending sideways at the waist while keeping the rest of the body stable.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weight.
- Perform the exercise slowly and with control.
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward or backward.
What to watch out for
- Lower back pain
- Herniated disc
- Recent abdominal surgery
Also known as
Flessioni laterali al cavo, cable lateral bend, cable oblique bend, waist exercise, abs exercise