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Obliques · Intermediate

Cable Split Stance Rotational Lift

Rotational core drill for controlled trunk movement and oblique strength.

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Exercise overview

Training details

ObliquesCore

Equipment

Cable

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Set the pulley low and stand side-on in a split stance with both hands holding the handle near the cable-side hip.
  2. 02Brace your trunk, keep both feet planted, and begin with your hips and shoulders turned slightly toward the pulley.
  3. 03Drive the handle diagonally upward and across your body toward the opposite shoulder.
  4. 04Rotate through your hips and rib cage as one coordinated unit without pulling mainly with your arms or twisting your knee.
  5. 05Reverse the diagonal path under control, complete the repetitions, and then change sides and stance.

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