Dumbbell Side Bend
The Dumbbell Side Bend trains lateral trunk flexion while one dumbbell is held at the side. The abdominal and side-trunk muscles control the bend and return. The movement is s...
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The Dumbbell Side Bend trains lateral trunk flexion while one dumbbell is held at the side. The abdominal and side-trunk muscles control the bend and return. The movement is s...
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