Oblique crunches (side crunches) are similar to regular crunches, except they involve crunching the side abs (oblique). The side crunch is a core exercise that strengthens the obliques and the other core muscles. Engaging the muscles that help to support and stabilize the spine, oblique crunches can ease back pain and safeguard against harm. There … Read more
In and Outs Abs Workout is a simple yet effective routine that targets all the key muscles in your core, including your rectus abdominis (your six-pack muscles), transverse abdominis, and obliques. It is beginner-friendly but easily adjustable if you want to increase the intensity. It operates by alternating “in” exercises, such as crunch variations that … Read more
The weight plate side bend is an effective exercise for training the internal and external obliques. It also strengthens the spine’s lateral flexion, improves spinal mobility, and helps develop a strong and stable core. It also helps to get rid of the extra layer of fat around the waistline, reduce the risk of back pain, and improve functional … Read more
The Cable Crunch is a great exercise for building core strength and defining your abs. It’s especially effective if you’re looking for a movement that can add real resistance to your ab workouts. While doing a weighted crunch is okay, but holding a weight plate on your chest or behind your head can be uncomfortable … Read more
The 45-degree side bend, also known as oblique hyperextension, is a great workout for strengthening the oblique, strengthening the lateral flexion of the spine, improving spinal mobility, and helping develop a strong and stable core. It is commonly performed on the Roman chair, which was originally designed for lumbar extension. It allows you to support … Read more
The kettlebell side bend is one of the best exercises that mainly target the side abs also known as “obliques”. It effectively targets the internal and external obliques, strengthens the spine’s lateral flexion, improves spinal mobility, and helps develop a strong and stable core. It contributes to a stronger core, reduces the risk of back pain, and improves functional … Read more
Training the oblique muscles will help shape and tone the waistline. The dumbbell side bend is an effective isolation exercise that targets the side abs, specifically the oblique muscles. The side bend effectively targets the internal and external obliques, strengthens lateral spinal flexion, improves spinal mobility, and develops a strong core. It helps to reduce the risk of … Read more
Weighted side bends are a great exercise for targeting your core, particularly the oblique muscles. You can add this move to your routine to tone and shape your waistline. Not only do weighted side bends help sculpt your obliques, but they also boost your back’s stability, which can help prevent injuries and protect your lower … Read more
Barbell side bends free weight and isolation exercises that work for muscle groups on the side of your body—specifically, the oblique muscles—and also target the lower back. When done with the right form and technique, it improves the spine’s lateral flexion and functional mobility. Side bends stretch the abdominal muscles and digestive organs, aiding and regulating digestion, elimination, and … Read more