Cross Chop to Knee
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs
Cross Chop to Knee focuses on Obliques, Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cross Chop to Knee with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold your hands together in front of you.
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Twist your torso to one side, bringing your hands diagonally across your body to your knee.
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Engage your core and return to the starting position, then repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Cross Chop to Knee safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees slightly bent to avoid strain.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to protect your back.
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Avoid overextending your arms; keep the movement controlled.
Secondary Muscles
While Cross Chop to Knee primarily targets Obliques, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips . 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 Cross Chop to Knee, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Cross Chop to Knee, 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.
