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Wood Choppers – Obliques and Shoulders

Wood choppers are a dynamic movement that focuses on the obliques and shoulders. This exercise helps improve rotational strength while building stability in the core and upper body.

Exercise Breakdown

  • Start with your knees wide for a stable base. Hold the short loop in one hand.
  • Exhale as you pull the loop diagonally across your body, starting from your knee and moving overhead.
  • Inhale as you slowly return to the starting position, controlling the movement.
  • Keep your hips steady while your upper body rotates.

Muscles Worked

  • Obliques
  • Shoulders
  • Core

Pro Tip

For a more intense workout, add a high kneel position or include a shoulder press at the top of the movement. This increases the challenge for both the core and shoulders.

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