Abdominal · Poulia

Pallof press — Poulia

Muscles requiredObliques · Transversus abdominis · Rectus abdominis

Description

Anti-rotation core engagement to reinforce torso stability.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Adjust the pulley height to maintain a natural trajectory.
  • Stand up straight, feet anchored, pelvis neutral.
  • Arms in front of you and shoulders low.
  • Lock your abs before you start.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Push your hands in front of you without letting your chest rotate.
  2. Maintain a firm contraction at the most difficult point.
  3. Come back slowly, keeping the same alignment.
  4. Maintain continuous tension and control the return to the stretch.
Technique cue

Prevents torso rotation during each repetition.

Common mistakes
  • torso rotation
  • pelvis that follows the movement
  • rising shoulders
  • return too fast
  • let the load return suddenly
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • A lack of core engagement can create lumbar overload.

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