It's not a complete workout without giving your core some love. Instead of smaller moves that aim to isolate parts of your abs, this exercise targets every part of your core by inviting the whole body to the party. "Rotational movements like woodchops often get overlooked but are a foundational movement everyone needs to be doing regularly," Raphael said. "Woodchops require focus and stimulate your body, especially your core."
- Squat and twist left to hold the dumbbell on the outside of your left leg.
- Exhale and lift the weight diagonally across your body, ending twisted to the right with the dumbbell above your head. Pivot on your left foot as needed.
- The move is a bit percussive, so focus on the rotation initiating in your torso.
- Control the weight back up to the starting position to complete one rep.
- Remember you are moving with force but also control. Don't give into the momentum of swinging the weight around. Do 15 reps on each side.