Battling Ropes Seated Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Battling Rope
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Back, Hips, Chest
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8.2
- Alternate Names
- Seated Battling Ropes
How to: Battling Ropes Seated
- Sit down on a sturdy bench or the floor with your legs stretched out in front or bent at the knees.
- Grip one end of the battling rope in each hand.
- Using your shoulders and arms, create waves in the rope by rapidly moving your arms up and down.
- Keep your movements controlled and engage your entire core throughout the exercise.
- Repeat for the desired time or number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not maintaining core engagement.
- Using excessive upper body motion instead of focusing on wave movement.
- Allowing the ropes to go slack between waves.
Modifications
- Use lighter ropes to reduce resistance.
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Engage your core for stability while performing the exercise.
- Maintain a steady rhythm with your waves to maximize effectiveness.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent to reduce strain.
Battling Ropes Seated Alternatives
Tags
cardio
shoulders
aerobic
strength
core
full body