Resistance Band Horizontal Pallof Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Resistance Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Horizontal Pallof Press with Resistance Band
How to: Resistance Band Horizontal Pallof Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the resistance band with both hands, standing parallel to where the band is anchored.
- With a slight bend in your knees, engage your core and press the band straight out in front of you, keeping your arms level with your shoulders.
- Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then return to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling the band with the arms instead of engaging the core.
- Allowing the hips to rotate during the press.
- Not engaging the core fully, leading to poor form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band for added support.
- Perform the exercise in a seated position to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Avoid twisting the torso; keep the movement controlled and steady.
- Perform the movement slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Resistance Band Horizontal Pallof Press Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
obliques
balance
stability
resistance band