Strength

Seated Band Lumberjack

The Seated Band Lumberjack targets your upper body primarily - arms, back, and core. It enhances strength, stability, and endurance via a pulling process, ensuring equal workout for all muscles.

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Seated Band Lumberjack instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Sit up straight on an exercise bench with your feet flat on the floor.

2

Hold a resistance band with both hands, extending your arms fully at chest height.

3

Twist your upper body to the right, just like a lumberjack swinging an axe.

4

Return to center and then twist to your left, keeping your arms extended and your core engaged.

5

Repeat for the programmed number of reps, making sure not to lean to one side or hunch your back during the exercise.

Sit up straight on an exercise bench with your feet flat on the floor.

Hold a resistance band with both hands, extending your arms fully at chest height.

Twist your upper body to the right, just like a lumberjack swinging an axe.

Return to center and then twist to your left, keeping your arms extended and your core engaged.

Repeat for the programmed number of reps, making sure not to lean to one side or hunch your back during the exercise.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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