Many lifters, trainers, and coaches aren't fully aware of how effective cable chops, cable lifts, and Pallof presses are. They glance at them and write them off as sissy movements. Don't make this mistake. Give them a try and I guarantee you'll love them.
You can use a rope but I prefer the Gray Cook bar. The long lever involved in the Gray Cook bar makes the exercise incredibly effective. You have to experience it to really appreciate it.
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The Canadian Vin Diesel shows you which type of contraction (constant tension, stretch reflex, etc.) to use with different movements, along with explaining why you should absolutely keep your training sessions under 60 minutes.
Constant time under tension mimics occlusion training and stimulates growth. Try this workout.
Protect your shoulders and pump up your pecs with this move instead.
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