Core
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Spell Caster
Spell Caster is a beginner-friendly core exercise performed with dumbbells. It also involves the glutes and shoulders.
Dumbbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Beginner
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Core
Spell Caster also involves glutes, shoulders.
Strength
Movement pattern: general. This is a compound exercise.
Beginner
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Spell Caster
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with a pronated grip. Your feet should be wide with your hips and knees extended. This will be your starting position.
- Begin the movement by pulling both of the dumbbells to one side next to your hip, rotating your torso.
- Keeping your arms straight and the dumbbells parallel to the ground, rotate your torso to swing the weights to your opposite side.
- Continue alternating, rotating from one side to the other until the set is complete.
Variations
Alternatives
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FAQ
Common questions about Spell Caster.
What muscles does Spell Caster work?
Spell Caster primarily trains the core and also involves the glutes and shoulders.
Is Spell Caster beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is listed as beginner-friendly.
What equipment do I need for Spell Caster?
This variation uses dumbbells.
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