Eccentryx / Exercise Atlas / core

Pallof press

Stand side-on to cable, hands at sternum, feet rooted.

Muscles

Primary
abs
Supporting
obliques

Mechanics

Pattern
anti-rotation
Equipment
cable, band
Geometry
180° Core Alignment
Energy model
Glycolytic Pathway (10-90s)
Target feel
Trunk resists rotation as arms press away.
Progression
Step farther from the stack before adding load.
Regression
Use a band or shorter press range if bracing fails.

Watch for

  • Rotating with the cable
  • Overarching to resist

Substitutions

  • Band Pallof press
  • Side plank
  • Suitcase carry
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