Cable Pallof Press
Standing side-on to the pulley, press the handle straight out from the chest and resist the pull that wants to twist you.
How to do it
Setup
Side-on to the pulley at chest height, handle held at the sternum with both hands.
Steps
- Press the handle straight OUT from the chest.
- Refuse the cable's pull to rotate you.
- Hold a beat extended, then return to the sternum.
Common mistakes
Turning toward the stack: the ANTI-rotation is the exercise; square hips and chest. Arms drifting toward the pulley: straight out from the sternum. Holding the breath in the press: brace and breathe.
Breathing
Exhale on the press-out, inhale returning.
