What it does?
A brilliant functional exercise aimed at strengthening the core muscles. Great for golfers, baseball players and throwing events.
What you need?
A cable machine with hi pulley
How do you do it?
- Stand sideways to the machine with feet wider than shoulder width apart and knees slightly bent
- Hold the hi pulley with the arm furthest from the machine and then rest the other hand on top
- Begin to pull the pulley down and across your body, trying to keep your arms straight
- Bend the knees during the movement like you are 'chopping wood' and bring the pulley to just outside the furthest knee
- Reverse the movement to the start position
- Repeat 8-12 times
Key Points
- Keep your chest and head up throughout the movement and focus on using your abdominal muscles
- Start off with a light resistance and gradually build up
