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Reverse Wood Chop
Course: PHRE 3043 – Functional Movement Movement Pattern: Target: Transverse Abdominus Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Obliques
Exercise
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment: Dumbbell, Medicine Ball
Description:
  1. Grab DB, KB or cable handle with both hands clasped over each other.
  2. Take a shoulder width stance and engage the intrinsic core.
  3. Chop from low to high starting with a neutral squat.
  4. Return to starting position. Remember to breath but do not lose core engagement during movement.
  5. Keep the arms straight and try to rotate through the t-spine while maintaining a more stable forward hip position.
Common Error(s): Not engaging core
Spotting:
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