Standing Cable Wood Chop

If you need to move better in sport or in life, rotational core strength matters. The standing cable wood chop mimics natural movement patterns while helping you build strength across the entire torso and shoulders.

Instructions

1. Attach a handle to a high pulley position on a cable machine.
2. Stand sideways to the machine and grab the handle with both hands, arms extended overhead.
3. In one smooth motion, pull the cable diagonally down across your body while pivoting your back foot.
4. Pause at the bottom, then slowly return to the top.
5. Repeat all reps on one side, then switch and repeat on the other.

Video demonstration of Standing Cable Wood Chop

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