Cable Rope Wood Chopper is a popular exercise that targets the core muscles and improves overall stability and balance. This exercise involves rotating the torso while holding a rope attached to a high pulley cable machine. The movement mimics the action of chopping wood with an axe, making it an effective exercise for developing functional strength. By following proper form and technique, can be an excellent addition to your workout routine, helping to improve your posture and reduce the risk of injury.
How to perform Cable Rope Wood Chopper
- Attach a rope to a high pulley cable and stand with a wide stance about 12 inches away from the machine.
- Reach across your body and grab the rope with both hands, ensuring that your arms are straight with a slight bend at the elbow. This is your starting position.
- Exhale and rotate your core, bringing your hands down and across your body in a straight diagonal line towards the hip furthest from the machine.
- Keep your back and arms straight and minimize the rotation of your hips so that your core is taking the load.
- Pause briefly once you have turned as far as your torso will allow, then inhale and return your arms back to the starting position along the same path.
- Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions and then switch to the other side.
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