Dumbbell side bridge

Muscles worked: Abs
Abs
🔧 Dumbbell 🏋️ kg × reps Difficulty:

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How to perform

Lie on your side with legs extended and feet stacked. Elbow directly under your shoulder, forearm flat. Hold a dumbbell in your top hand, resting it on your hip. Engage your core and lift hips off the ground, forming a straight line. Lower hips with control. Repeat on both sides.

Muscles Worked

External obliquesInternal obliques

Tips

Keep elbow directly under shoulder. Maintain a straight line from head to heels. Engage your core for stability. Start with a lighter dumbbell. Control movements and breathe steadily (exhale on lift, inhale on lower).

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