Dumbbell Half Kneeling Lift and Chop
Description
The dumbbell half kneeling lift and chop is a core builder that uses a dumbbell in a half kneeling stance. The lifter performs diagonal lift and chop patterns to train the obliques and anti-rotation core. It is a strong functional core move.
Equipment Required
DB Half Kneeling Lift and Chop Instructions
- Kneel in a half kneeling position with one knee down.
- Hold a dumbbell with both hands at the down knee side.
- Brace your core and keep the chest up.
- Lift the dumbbell diagonally up and across the body.
- Finish with the dumbbell overhead on the opposite side.
- Reverse the path back down to the starting position.
- Keep the hips square throughout.
- Finish all reps then switch sides.
DB Half Kneeling Lift and Chop Form & Visual
DB Half Kneeling Lift and Chop Benefits
- Trains the obliques
- Builds anti-rotation core
- Strong functional move
- Useful core builder
- Builds rotational power
DB Half Kneeling Lift and Chop Muscles Worked
- Obliques
- Core
- Rectus abdominis
DB Half Kneeling Lift and Chop Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Lift and Chop
- Pallof Press
- Russian Twist
- Wood Chop
