Bodyweight Woodchopper
Strengthen your core with Bodyweight Woodchoppers! A dynamic exercise for rotational power and full-body coordination.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Squat down, bending at the knees and hips, keeping your back straight. Clasp your hands together in front of you near the outside of your knee. This is your starting position.
3. Explosively stand up and rotate your torso, bringing your clasped hands diagonally across your body until they are above your head on the opposite side.
4. As you rotate, pivot on the ball of your trailing foot to allow for a full range of motion and to protect your knees.
5. Your eyes should follow your hands throughout the movement.
6. Return to the starting squat position, following the same path with your hands, and repeat for the desired number of reps.
7. Make sure to complete an equal number of reps on each side to maintain balance in your core strength development.
Ensure a controlled and deliberate movement, focusing on engaging your core muscles throughout the exercise. Remember to breathe out on the way up and breathe in on the return to the starting position.
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