FitCi
FitCiExercise Guide › Pallof Press

How to do Pallof Press

Primary muscle: Core · Secondary: Shoulders

CoreIntermediateCable, Resistance bandIsolation
Pallof Press start and end positionPallof Press start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Stand side-on to the cable and hold the handle with both hands at chest height.
  2. Set your feet at shoulder width and bend your knees slightly.
  3. Squeeze your abs to keep your torso stable without rotating.
  4. Fully extend your arms forward and resist the rotational force.
  5. Draw the handle back to your chest under control.

Coaching tip

As you press the cable out, focus on not rotating your torso; keep your core tight for the anti-rotation.

More core exercises

Add this exercise to your program

Build your own program in FitCi, pick an expert template, or photograph the plan your coach gave you; the app tracks sets, reps and weight.