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Woodchop

Woodchop (cable)

Advanced Cable

Execution (step by step)

1

Set the cable station to high position, stand sideways next to it.

2

Grab the handle with both hands extended in front of your chest.

3

Pull the cable diagonally down and across your opposite hip in a chopping motion.

4

The rotation comes from the torso -- hips follow, but legs remain stable.

5

Control the return movement slowly -- the eccentric phase is equally valuable.

6

Keep your arms largely extended throughout the movement for maximum rotation arc.


Muscles

Primary

obliques

Supporting

coreshoulderships

Programming

Strength 3-4 sets x 8-10 reps per side
Hypertrophy 3-4 sets x 12-15 reps per side
Endurance 3 sets x 20 reps per side

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