Half-Kneeling Stability Chop
Half-Kneeling Stability Chop is a very effective position that helps to develop trunk and lower body stability and upper body strength.
INTERMEDIATE
Kneeling Stability Chop
Kneeling Stability Chop targets the transverse abdominis and oblique muscles – the muscles that allow you to twist at the waist. Kneeling stability chop also engages the muscles of your back, shoulders, and legs.
Instructions
- Attach the Rope Attachment to the highest level of the Adjustable Cable Machine. Get on the floor with both knees. Extend your arms and hold the rope in an overhand grip, with your palms shoulder-width apart.
- Squeeze the torso, squeeze the buttocks and use the torso to pull the rope down and along the body, around the opposite thigh. Return to the starting position and repeat before switching to the other side.
Tips
- Do not rotate your torso during the movement.
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows.
- Keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
Alternative Exercises
Standing Stability Reverse Chop
Standing Stability Reverse Chop is a core strengthening exercise that works for lower back and hip muscles.
Kneeling Stability Reverse Chop
Kneeling Stability Reverse Chop is a rotational exercise that strengthens the core muscles, primarily targeting the obliques.
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