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Cable woodchopper
Rotational core power.
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How to do it
- Set the cable high, grab the handle with both hands.
- Pull it down and across your body to the opposite hip, rotating your torso.
- Return under control, then switch sides.
Beginner tips
- Rotate through your core, not your arms.
- Keep your arms fairly straight.
- Pivot your back foot.
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