A functional exercise that combines single-leg balance with rotational cable lifting to improve core strength, hip stability, and coordination.
Stand on one leg next to a cable machine. Grasp the cable handle with both hands and rotate your torso as you lift the cable diagonally across your body. Maintain balance and control throughout the movement. Return to the starting position and repeat.
Begin standing on one leg next to the cable machine, cable handle in both hands, and core engaged.
Return to the starting position on one leg, maintaining balance and control throughout the movement.
Maintain balance, rotate your torso, lift the cable diagonally, engage your core
Losing balance, using momentum, not maintaining proper form, rushing the movement
Increase cable resistance, add more repetitions, perform on unstable surface, or add pause at top.
Use lighter resistance, perform with both legs, or reduce range of motion.
Stop if you experience pain in the lower back, hips, or shoulders. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. This exercise requires good balance and coordination.