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Side-Step Rope Pull

Work your core, arms, and legs with the Side-Step Rope Pull! A full-body workout that builds strength and coordination.

The Side-Step Rope Pull mainly works the back and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Side-Step Rope Pull Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Obliques

Secondary

Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)

How to do the Side-Step Rope Pull

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the anchor point of the battle rope.

  2. Grab the end of the rope with both hands; your grip should be neutral with palms facing each other. Assume a half-squat position, keeping your back straight and core engaged.

  3. Initiate the exercise by explosively pulling the rope toward you with one hand while simultaneously stepping sideways with the leg nearest to the pulling hand.

  4. As you pull with one hand, push the rope away with the other hand, ensuring that your arms are moving in a coordinated and opposite manner.

  5. After the pull, return to the central position and then repeat the movement with the opposite hand and leg, stepping to the other side.

  6. Continue alternating sides with each pull, maintaining a rhythmic and continuous motion.

  7. Ensure that your torso remains stable and your movements are controlled throughout the exercise.

Remember to keep your movements controlled to prevent unnecessary strain and to maximize the engagement of the targeted muscle groups. Adjust the intensity by varying the speed of the side steps and the force of the rope pulls.

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Side-Step Rope Pull FAQs

What muscles does the Side-Step Rope Pull work?

The Side-Step Rope Pull mainly works the back and core. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Side-Step Rope Pull?

None. The Side-Step Rope Pull is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Side-Step Rope Pull go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Side-Step Rope Pull variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Alternating Battle-Rope Wave with Kneeling Get, Battle-Rope, Alternating Battle-Rope Arm Jump-Squat and Battle-Rope Half Kneeling.

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