Standing Rotational Chop

Muscle Groups: Obliques, Triceps

Standing Rotational Chop focuses on Obliques, Triceps, with Abs, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Standing Rotational Chop with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a weight (or just your hands) above one shoulder, arms extended.

  2. 2

    Rotate your torso down and across your body towards the opposite hip, engaging your obliques.

  3. 3

    Return to the starting position by reversing the movement, keeping your core tight throughout.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of reps and then switch sides.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Standing Rotational Chop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your knees slightly bent and feet planted to maintain stability.

  • Avoid twisting your lower back; focus on using your core and upper body for the rotation.

  • Control the movement; don’t rush through the chop to prevent injury.

Secondary Muscles

While Standing Rotational Chop primarily targets Obliques, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders . 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 Standing Rotational Chop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Standing Rotational 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.

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