How to do it
Exhale forcefully as your hands travel down across the body.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
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Clasp your hands together or hold them apart in front of you at shoulder height.
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Twist your torso to one side while pivoting on your foot, mimicking the motion of swinging an axe.
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Bring your hands down diagonally across your body towards the opposite knee.
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Reverse the motion to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Focus on rotating your torso and engaging your obliques to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Keeping the feet planted flat while twisting
- ✕Bending the elbows during the downward swing
- ✕Rounding the lower back at the bottom