How to Do Diagonal Chop Left

Diagonal Chop Left is a core exercise using bodyweight, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Diagonal Chop Left

  1. 01Stand with feet shoulder width apart and knees slightly bent while maintaining a neutral spine.
  2. 02Reach both arms up towards the right shoulder to initiate the starting position.
  3. 03Pull your arms diagonally across your body down towards your left hip in a sweeping motion.
  4. 04Pivot on the ball of your right foot to allow your hips to rotate naturally.
  5. 05Engage your core to decelerate the movement at the bottom of the range.
  6. 06Return to the starting position with controlled tempo.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Diagonal Chop Left

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Imagine a seatbelt being pulled across your body to engage the obliques rather than just moving your arms.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Diagonal Chop Left questions

What muscles does Diagonal Chop Left work?

Diagonal Chop Left is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Diagonal Chop Left correctly?

Stand with feet shoulder width apart and knees slightly bent while maintaining a neutral spine. Reach both arms up towards the right shoulder to initiate the starting position. Pull your arms diagonally across your body down towards your left hip in a sweeping motion. Pivot on the ball of your right foot to allow your hips to rotate naturally. Engage your core to decelerate the movement at the bottom of the range. Return to the starting position with controlled tempo.

What is the A90 coach tip for Diagonal Chop Left?

Imagine a seatbelt being pulled across your body to engage the obliques rather than just moving your arms.

Is Diagonal Chop Left suitable for beginners?

Diagonal Chop Left is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for Diagonal Chop Left?

No. Diagonal Chop Left is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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