CORE · COMPOUND
Cable Wood Chop
A cable rotation exercise linking the trunk and hips through a controlled diagonal path.
Primary musclesObliques, Core
Secondary musclesShoulders, Glutes
EquipmentCable machine
DifficultyBeginner · Rotation
How to perform
- Set the cable around shoulder or chest height.
- Rotate through a comfortable range while moving the handle diagonally.
- Return slowly and repeat on both sides.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the obliques as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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