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Cable Rotational Plank Arm and Leg Raise

Improves rotational strength and stability

BackAdvancedStrengthRotation

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: erector spinae, glutes, obliques. Secondary: hamstrings, core
Muscle groupBack
DifficultyAdvanced
TypeStrength · Rotation
Sets & reps3 sets × 8-10 reps
Estimated calories burned~70 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Set up cable machine with rope attachment at chest height.
  2. Step 2: Stand facing cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Step 3: Hold cable handle and assume a plank position.
  4. Step 4: Raise right arm and left leg off ground, rotating torso.
  5. Step 5: Hold for a moment, then lower back down.
  6. Step 6: Repeat on the other side with left arm and right leg.
  7. Step 7: Keep core engaged and maintain control throughout.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves rotational strength and stability

Common mistakes

Letting cable pull body away from anchor point

Make it harder

Increase weight or reps

Make it easier

Decrease weight or use bodyweight

Breathing

Exhale on rotation, inhale on return

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