Cable High to Low Woodchopper
This exercise primarily develops the obliques and rotational strength control using cable resistance.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Stand sideways to the cable machine with the high pulley handle farthest from you. Take a staggered stance and brace your core.
- 02
Grip the handle with both hands above your chest, and keep your shoulders down with your shoulder blades lightly pulled back and down.
- 03
Pull the handle in a controlled motion from high to low across your body toward the opposite hip by rotating your thoracic spine, and allow your hips to rotate with the movement without bending at the hips.
- 04
Pause at the bottom, briefly squeeze your abs, and keep your arms nearly straight.
- 05
Slowly return the handle to the starting position under the cable's resistance and repeat, then switch sides.
How to get started at the gym
§ 03 · SisuLiftCable High to Low Woodchopper is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 04 · TipsKeep your weight on your feet and your ribs down to avoid arching your lower back. Choose a load that allows you to maintain a smooth range of motion without jerking or pulling with your arms.
This exercise primarily develops the obliques and rotational strength control using cable resistance.
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