One-Arm High-Pulley Cable Side Bends

A dynamic move for building abs with cables.

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Instructions

  1. Connect a standard handle to a tower. Move cable to highest pulley position. for best results.
  2. Stand with side to cable. With one hand, reach up and grab handle with underhand grip. for best results.
  3. Pull down cable until elbow touches your side and the handle is by your shoulder. for best results.
  4. Position feet hip-width apart. Place free hand on hip to help gauge pivot point. for best results.
  5. Keep arm in static position. Contract oblique to bring the weight down in a side crunch. for best results.
  6. Once you reach maximum contraction, slowly release the weight to the starting position. The weight stack should never be unloaded in a resting position. The aim is constant tension during the set. for best results.
  7. Repeat this exercise to failure. for best results.
  8. Then, reposition and repeat the same series of movements on the opposite side. for best results.

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