Dumbbell Chop
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs, Shoulders
Dumbbell Chop focuses on Obliques, Abs, Shoulders, with Lower Back, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell Chop with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell with both hands above one shoulder.
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Engage your core and rotate your torso to chop the dumbbell down across your body towards the opposite hip.
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Follow through with the movement while keeping your knees slightly bent and your back straight.
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Return to the starting position and repeat, then switch sides.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Dumbbell Chop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to protect your lower back during the chop.
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Avoid twisting your hips; focus on using your torso to rotate.
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Do not use excessive weight; choose a manageable dumbbell to maintain proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Dumbbell Chop primarily targets Obliques, Abs, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, 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 Dumbbell Chop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell Chop, 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.
