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Cable Core Palloff Press

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Primary muscles: Core

Secondary muscles: Glutes, Shoulders

Cable
Cable

How to do the Cable Core Palloff Press

  1. Set up in the starting position for the Cable Core Palloff Press, ensuring proper alignment and a neutral spine.
  2. Engage your core and the target muscles before initiating the movement.
  3. Perform the movement through the full range of motion with controlled tempo.
  4. Return to the starting position and repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Maintain a neutral spine and engaged core throughout the movement.
  • Use a controlled tempo — avoid using momentum to complete the rep.
  • Breathe steadily, exhaling during the effort phase of the movement.

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