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Pulling a dumbbell under the torso in side support
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Pulling a dumbbell under the torso in side support

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1 min


1 minute
For all
Beginner level
Dumbbells
Back, Abdomen

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How to perform a dumbbell lateral pulldown?

The movement is performed by:

  • oblique abdominal muscles

Additionally works:

  • back, hips, arms, thighs

Starting position:

Lie on your side and support your torso on your forearm – elbow under your shoulder. Top leg in front of your bottom leg. Top hand with dumbbell vertically above your shoulder. Raise your hips off the floor, aligning your torso and legs in a straight line.

Movement:

Twisting your torso towards the floor, reach the dumbbell under your torso and back. Return to the starting position. Repeat, and then perform on the other side.

Tips:

Elbow in a straight line under your shoulder. Top leg in front. Don't tilt your hips. Body in a straight line.

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1 minute
For all
Beginner level
Dumbbells
Back, Abdomen