Cable Woodchop
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Cable Woodchop focuses on Obliques, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cable Woodchop with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold the cable handle with both hands. Position the cable at shoulder height on one side.
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Engage your core and rotate your torso, pulling the cable across your body diagonally to the opposite hip in a chopping motion.
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Return to the starting position with control, maintaining a strong core throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Cable Woodchop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees slightly bent to maintain balance and stability.
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Avoid twisting your back; focus on rotating your torso from the hips while keeping your arms straight.
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Use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form without compromising your movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Cable Woodchop primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Cable Woodchop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Cable Woodchop, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
