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Cable Punch

Explosive punching motion with cable resistance

Full BodyIntermediatePowerPush

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Shoulders, core, and arms
Muscle groupFull Body
DifficultyIntermediate
TypePower · Push
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 each arm
Estimated calories burned~50 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Stand in athletic stance facing cable
  2. Step 2: Hold handle at chest
  3. Step 3: Punch forward explosively
  4. Step 4: Rotate hips and core
  5. Step 5: Return and alternate arms

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Explosive punching motion with cable resistance

Common mistakes

Over-rotating or losing balance

Make it harder

Increase speed or resistance

Make it easier

Bodyweight shadow boxing

Breathing

Exhale on punch

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