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Half Kneeling Cable Lumberjack

The Half Kneeling Cable Lumberjack exercise targets your core, shoulders, and glutes. This rotational high-to-low cable machine movement in a half kneeling position enhances overall strength, stability, and power.
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Half Kneeling Cable Lumberjack instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Position a cable machine with the pulley at the highest level.
2
Hold onto the handle with both hands. Step a few feet away from the machine to create some tension in the cable.
3
Kneel down on one knee closer to the machine, with the other leg in front of you forming a 90-degree angle.
4
Pull the cable down across your body, from your shoulders to your opposite hip while twisting your torso. Your arms should be kept straight.
5
Slowly reverse-motion back to the starting position. Repeat for the programmed number of reps.
Position a cable machine with the pulley at the highest level.
Hold onto the handle with both hands. Step a few feet away from the machine to create some tension in the cable.
Kneel down on one knee closer to the machine, with the other leg in front of you forming a 90-degree angle.
Pull the cable down across your body, from your shoulders to your opposite hip while twisting your torso. Your arms should be kept straight.
Slowly reverse-motion back to the starting position. Repeat for the programmed number of reps.
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