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Kneeling Woodchopper

Intermediate

Kneeling Woodchopper

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Kneeling Woodchopper keeps your trunk activated in a rotational movement pattern and multiple abdominal and back muscles for stability. In addition, your legs and arms provide strength and mobility.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Kneel down with your knees and shoulder-width apart next to an adjustable rope machine with a D-handle in the up position. Grasp the handle with both hands, bending your elbows and pulling your shoulders back.
  • Step 2

    Squeeze your core and pull the handle down across your body to the opposite thigh. Pause and then return to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Kneeling Woodchopper targets Abs, Delts, Obliques as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
  • Move slowly, under control.