Lateral upper body bends with the cable pulley

To perform lateral torso bends at the cable tower, position yourself to the side of the cable tower. The rope is attached to the lower block. At the beginning, bend your upper body laterally toward the cable, reaching for the rope. Maintain a firm grip on the rope throughout the entire execution. The hip region remains stable and upright, while the abdominal muscles are engaged.

Movement execution

The execution of lateral torso bends with the cable starts by tilting your upper body in the opposite direction. In this movement, pull the weight upward with your arm, keeping the arm nearly fully extended. It is crucial to bend only the upper body toward the side of the cable. Exhale during this pulling motion. Subsequently, return the upper body to the starting position, inhale calmly, and prepare for the next repetition.

Stressed muscles and common mistakes

For more insights into the muscle groups involved and common errors in the exercise "Lateral Tilting of the Upper Body with Cable Pull," you can visit the page on lateral upper body tilting.

Alternative variants to lateral upper body bends with the cable pulley

To add variety to your training, you can also turn to comparable exercises or alternative variations of lateral upper body tilting with the cable pull.