Band Chop / Rotation primarily works the rotation power. It is categorized as a rotation movement and uses Resistance bands and Cable machine.
- Primary muscles
- rotation power
- Equipment
- Resistance bands and Cable machine
- Movement pattern
- rotation
- Catalog difficulty
- 3 of 5
How to do Band Chop / Rotation
- Rotate from hips and trunk together
- Arms stay long
Common mistakes
- All arms, no trunk
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is rotation power. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Easier and harder options
Easier option: Pallof Press
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
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