Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop

The Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop is a standing rotational exercise that works the Obliques and Middle Abs. You pull a single handle from a high door anchor down and across your body, building Core strength through rotation.

Muscles Worked: Obliques, Abs (Rectus Abdominis) · also Shoulders, Lats
Equipment: Door anchor, 1 handle

Woman standing side-on holding one handle with both hands reaching up toward a high anchor, then chopping down across her body to her outer knee. — Start And Finish Positions

Set Up

Anchor:: Secure the band(s) in the door with the door anchor at the top of the door.
Bands:: Clip both ends of the band(s) to one handle and grip it with both hands.
Body Position:: Stand about 2 feet from the door with your side facing it, chest up, head straight and elbows slightly bent. Rotate toward the door so your arms point up toward the door anchor.

Movement

Pull your hands down and across your body until they are beside your outer leg, just above the knee. Return to the starting position under control and repeat.

Points To Remember

Keep only a slight bend in your arms; they should be almost straight.

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Questions About The High-To-Low Wood Chop

What muscles does the Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop work?

The Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop mainly works the Obliques and Abs (Rectus Abdominis). It also works the Shoulders and Lats.

What is the most common mistake in the Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop?

The most common mistake in the Resistance Band High-To-Low Wood Chop is bending the elbows and turning it into an arm pull. Keep the arms almost straight so the rotation comes from your Core.