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Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High

From a low pulley, sweep the handle diagonally up across the body, driving the rotation from the hips and core.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Obliques, Abs
Equipment
Cable
Movement
Core

Sets and reps

  • 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds.
  • Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the obliques, for when the cable is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High work?
The Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High mainly works the obliques and abs.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High?
A cable.
How many sets and reps of the Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High?
2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.
What can I do instead of the Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High?
Band Pallof Press, Cross-Body Carry, Dumbbell Side Bend and Hanging Oblique Knee Raise work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Cable Woodchopper Low-to-High to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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