10 Top Oblique Exercises to Build Core Stability & Reduce Back Pain

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Looking to strengthen your obliques and build a solid, functional core? In this video, Mobile Physio brings you the most effective oblique strengthening exercises that target your side abs, improve core stability, and support better posture and spinal health. These exercises are beginner-friendly and require no equipment, so you can do them at home or anywhere!  Exercises Included:      Side Plank Variations      Russian Twists      Bicycle Crunches      Standing Oblique Crunch      Side Hip Dips      Woodchopper Rotations      Heel Touches      Windshield Wipers  Regular practice of these exercises will help sculpt your waistline, improve balance, and prevent lower back issues.  To Know more about Oblique strengthening read this:  https://mobilephysiotherapyclinic.in/best-oblique-exercises/  👉 Follow Mobile Physio for more physiotherapy workouts and mobility exercises designed for real-life strength and movement.  #ObliqueExercises #CoreWorkout #SideAbs #ObliqueStrengthening #HomeWorkout #PhysioExercises #MobilePhysio #FunctionalTraining #CoreStability #NoEquipmentWorkout

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00:00Welcome back to Mobile Physio, your home for simple and effective exercises that keep you

00:04strong and mobile. Today, we're focusing on your obliques, the side muscles of your core.

00:10These muscles are key for twisting, bending, and overall core stability.

00:15Let's dive into the best oblique strengthening exercises you can do anywhere.

00:19Side plank, start by lying on your side, elbow under shoulder, legs stacked.

00:25Lift your hips off the ground, keeping your body in a straight line.

00:29Hold this for 20 to 30 seconds each side. This targets the deep obliques, Russian twists,

00:35sit on the floor with your knees bent, feet slightly lifted. Hold a weight or medicine ball,

00:41twist side to side engaging your obliques. Keep your core tight, aim for 15 reps per side,

00:48bicycle crunches, lie on your back, hands behind your head. Bring your opposite elbow to your knee

00:53in a pedaling motion. This classic move hits both your upper abs and obliques hard,

00:59heel touches, lie on your back, knees bent. Reach side to side touching your heels.

01:05This short-range movement really works the side abs.

01:09Go for 20 touches. Bird dog with elbow to knee, from a tabletop position, extend opposite arm and

01:15leg. Bring elbow and knee together under your body with a twist, repeat and switch sides.

01:21Build stability and oblique control. Mountain climbers, start in a high plank position with

01:26your hands under shoulders and body in a straight line. Drive one knee toward the opposite elbow,

01:31then quickly switch legs in a running motion. Keep your core tight and back flat.

01:35Continue alternating knees at a steady pace. Scissor kicks, lie on your back with hands under

01:41your hips and legs extended. Lift both legs off the ground, then alternate crossing them over and under

01:47each other. Keep your core tight and lower back pressed into the floor throughout the movement.

01:51Starfish crunches, lie on your back with arms and legs spread wide like a starfish. Lift your right

01:56arm and left leg, crunching to touch them together above your torso. Alternating sides with contro.

02:04Twisting sit-ups, lie on your back with knees bent, feet flat, and hands behind your head. Perform a sit-up,

02:10and as you rise, twist your torso to bring one elbow toward the opposite knee, lower back down

02:15and alternate sides with each rep to engage the obliques. Standing oblique crunch, great for

02:21beginners. Stand tall, hands behind your head. Bring your right knee up to your right elbow while

02:28crunching sideways. Do 10-12 reps per side. Add 3-4 of these exercises into your weekly routine to

02:36strengthen your obliques, improve posture, and support your spine. Don't forget to like,

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