High-to-Low Cable Twist

The same chop from the high pulley down to the opposite hip.

High-to-Low Cable Twist, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Side-on to a HIGH pulley, hands on the handle above the near shoulder.

Steps

  1. Chop the handle diagonally down to the far hip.
  2. Arms long, torso and hips rotating.
  3. Return up the diagonal under control.

Common mistakes

Chopping with the arms: the trunk turns, arms connect. Bending forward at the finish: rotate, not fold. Racing the return: the cable loads it; resist.

Breathing

Exhale on the chop, inhale returning.