How to do it
Keep your arms at sternum height throughout the full arc of rotation.
- 1
Attach a single handle to a cable machine at mid-torso level.
- 2
Stand sideways to the cable machine, feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Grasp the handle with both hands and extend your arms.
- 4
Rotate your torso away from the machine, keeping your arms straight.
- 5
Return to the starting position with controlled movement.
Expert tip
Maintain a tight core throughout the exercise to maximize engagement of the obliques.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the rotation
- ✕Rotating the hips instead of the torso
- ✕Letting the weight stack drop on return