Tutorial: Kinesis Twisting Punches

18th June 2018

WHAT

  • Kinesis Twisting Punches is a functional exercise performed on Kinesis One.
  • Strengthens your chest and arms, and mobilises the trunk with some stabilisation at the same time.
  • It generates power and strength transference from the lower to the upper body.

 

HOW

  • With your back turned to the Kinesis One, grab the cable grips with your hands close to your trunk and arms flexed. Feet should be at shoulder-length.
  • Activate your core
  • Rotate your ankle and point the front of the foot inwards.
  • As you twist your hip using your core, use your chest to stabilise the scapula and extend your arm forward until your arm is fully stretched.
  • Return to starting position.

 

WHY

  • Increases functional strength and mobility in a full body activation mode.
  • Promotes core activation.
  • Promotes coordination.
  • Promotes joint mobility.
  • Increases power.
  • Increases agility.

TRY ALSO:

TUTORIAL: KINESIS ROW

TUTORIAL: KINESIS LUNGE

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