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Dumbbell
Dumbbell Oblique Tilt
A weighted side-tilt movement for the obliques, the muscles that control side bend and protect the spine in the swing.
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Why it matters for golf
The obliques manage the side bend and rotation the swing demands from the trunk. Strengthening them through a controlled tilt builds the lateral trunk strength that protects the low back at speed.
Coaching cues
- Stand tall, brace before you move.
- Tilt through the trunk, not the hips.
- Control the movement in both directions.
- Keep the range honest, no lurching.
Common faults
- Bending forward instead of sideways.
- Letting the hips sway to fake range.
- Rushing the return to upright.