Dumbbell Lying Woodchop Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Lying Dumbbell Woodchop
How to: Dumbbell Lying Woodchop
- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a dumbbell in both hands with arms extended above your chest.
- Engage your core and twist to one side while bringing the dumbbell down towards the floor beside you.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not aligning the body correctly before beginning.
- Arching the lower back during the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights initially.
- Use a lighter dumbbell until comfortable with the movement.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the motion.
- Start with a lighter weight to perfect your form.
- Focus on a controlled movement rather than speed.
Dumbbell Lying Woodchop Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
obliques
abdominal
dumbbell
intermediate