strength · resistance band
Band Wood Chop
Rotational core power — trains real-world twisting strength.
3 × 10–12 per side 8 minrest 45s
Equipment
resistance band
Rest
45s between sets
Primary muscles
obliques
Also works
core, shoulders
How to do it
- Anchor a band high on one side.
- Grip handle with both hands overhead on that side.
- Pull down and across the body to the opposite hip.
- Return slowly and complete reps, then switch sides.
Form cues
- ✓Maintain steady band tension
- ✓Full range of motion
- ✓Controlled tempo
Common mistakes
- ✗Letting the band snap back
- ✗Losing brace mid-rep
Progressions
- Light band → heavier band → double up bands
