Woodchop

Instructions

1. 1.Set the weight on one side of the cable machine. Adjust the position of the pulley so that it is at the highest point. Make sure you are using a handle attachment and hold it with both your hands.
2. 2.Stand facing perpendicular to the cable machine with your feet shoulder width apart. Step away sideways away from the cable machine so that the weight is lifted and there is tension in the cable. This is your starting position.
3. 3.In one motion, pull the cable handle down and across your body, pivoting on your the foot closest to the cable machine. Your back should be straight throughout the movement.
4. 4.Slowly and carefully return to the starting position.
5. 5.Repeat for as many repetitions as required.
6. 6.Repeat on the other side.

Tips

• Keep your abs tight throughtout the exercise.
• Perform the reps very slowly, don't rush it! Jerky movements can lead to back injury.

Breathing Instructions

Breathe in during the eccentric (lowering) portion of the exercise and breathe out during the cocentric (elevation) portion.

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