Bodyweight Wood Chop Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Erector Spinae, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Wood Chop Squat
How to: Bodyweight Wood Chop Squat
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and hold your hands above one shoulder as if you were holding a weight.
- Squat down while simultaneously chopping your hands down and across your body.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the core engaged, leading to poor form.
- Squatting too low without proper control, risking injury.
- Rushing through the movement instead of focusing on form.
Modifications
- Reduce the depth of the squat if you have knee issues.
- Perform the movement without the squat for individuals with limited range of motion.
Tips
- Focus on your core stability throughout the movement.
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning too far forward or backward.
- Engage your glutes and quads during the squat phase.
Bodyweight Wood Chop Squat Alternatives
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