Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper
Sculpt your core with the Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper! Rotate & strengthen for a defined midsection. Control & stability are key!
The Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper is a compound exercise that mainly works the core, with help from the back. You'll need: single handle attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment


Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper
Cable Single Arm High to Low Woodchopper
Setup:
Adjust the cable pulley to the highest position.
Attach a single handle to the cable.
Positioning:
Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Grab the handle with your right hand, using a neutral grip (your palm facing inward).
Step away from the machine so there’s tension in the cable.
Slightly bend your knees and engage your core for stability.
Starting Position:
Pull the handle down near your right shoulder.
Keep your left hand on your hip or extended out for balance.
Movement:
Initiate the movement by pivoting your hips and turning your torso to the left while pulling the handle diagonally across your body.
As you pull, extend your right arm fully, keeping a slight bend in your elbow at the end.
Ensure that the movement is controlled and fluid, engaging your core and obliques.
Ending Position:
Finish with the handle near your left hip, maintaining a strong core and straight posture.
Hold for a brief moment at the bottom to engage your muscles.
Return:
Slowly reverse the movement, bringing the handle back to the starting position near your right shoulder.
Ensure that you maintain control of the movement without letting the weight snap back.
Repetitions:
Perform 10-15 repetitions on one side, then switch to the left side and repeat the steps.
Tips:
Maintain a slow and controlled motion throughout the exercise.
Focus on using your core and not just your arms to perform the movement.
Adjust the weight on the cable machine according to your fitness level.
Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper work?
The Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper mainly works the core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper?
Single handle attachment or cable machine.
Is the Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What are some Cable Single-Arm High-Low Woodchopper variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable High-Low Woodchopper, Cable Oblique Twist, Cable Reverse Woodchop and Cable Single-Leg Reverse Tuck Crunch.
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