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Kettlebell Lying Woodchop

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Kettlebell Lying Woodchop.

MediumAbsObliques

About this exercise

A rotational core exercise performed lying on your back where you swing a kettlebell in a diagonal arc from one side to the other. It develops rotational trunk strength and oblique power while keeping the movement controlled and low-impact.

How to Perform

  • Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor
  • Hold a kettlebell with both hands and extend your arms straight up over your chest
  • Keeping your arms nearly straight, lower the kettlebell diagonally to one side toward the floor
  • Engage your obliques to pull the kettlebell back through the arc to the starting position overhead
  • Continue to the same side for the desired number of reps, then switch sides
  • Keep your lower back pressed into the floor and avoid rotating your hips during the movement

Muscle Activation

Primary
AbsObliques
Secondary
Core

Common Mistakes

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About the Kettlebell Lying Woodchop

The Kettlebell Lying Woodchop is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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