CoreCableIntermediate

Cable High To Low Woodchopper

Learn how to perform Cable High To Low Woodchopper, a Core exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Stand sideways to a high pulley and hold the handle with both hands above one shoulder.

STEP 2

Start phase

Pivot your feet and hips together as you pull the handle diagonally toward the opposite hip.

STEP 3

End phase

Slowly return your hands along the diagonal while controlling torso rotation.

STEP 4

Target muscles

This movement primarily works your obliques. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid twisting only your lower back with fixed feet and knees or throwing the load with your arms.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you move diagonally downward and inhale as you return.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Rotate your chest and hips together instead of twisting only through your lower back, then switch sides.

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