Cable Rotation with Leg Lift
Improves core rotation, reduces golf injury risk
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthRotation
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Core rotators. Secondary: Leg muscles |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Rotation |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 12-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~35 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand facing a cable machine, with the cable at chest height
- Step 2: Engage your core, keeping your back straight and shoulders relaxed
- Step 3: Rotate your torso, keeping your arms straight, and lift one leg
- Step 4: Slowly return to the starting position, controlling the movement
- Step 5: Repeat on the other side, alternating legs
- Step 6: Focus on core rotation, avoiding any jerky movements
- Step 7: Adjust the cable tension as needed
Equipment
- Cable machine
Coaching tips
Benefits
Improves core rotation, reduces golf injury risk
Common mistakes
Not keeping the shoulders down, letting the hips rotate
Make it harder
Increase the cable tension or add a resistance band
Make it easier
Use a lighter cable tension or reduce reps
Breathing
Exhale as you rotate your torso
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