Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Sitting Lotus Pose Woodchopper.
A rotational core exercise performed from a cross-legged lotus sitting position, mimicking a diagonal chopping motion to target the obliques and abdominals. The seated base eliminates lower-body momentum, forcing the torso to generate all rotational power.
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The Sitting Lotus Pose Woodchopper 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.