Oblique Chest Lift
Plane of Motion
Transverse
Muscle Focus
Spinal Flexors
Recs Atubdominis, Internal Oblique, External Oblique
Spinal Rotators
External Oblique (opposite side), Internal Oblique (same side), Erector Spinae (same side), Semispinalis (opposite side), Deep Posterior Spinal Group (opposite side)
Other Muscles at Play
Objectives
Increase pelvic stability by engaging the anterior oblique sling—the obliques working in coordination with the opposite hip adductors—to create a steady, integrated base.
Build oblique abdominal strength to support controlled, well‐organized rotational movement.
Use spinal rotation to perform the movement, allowing the pelvis to remain still and anchored while the torso rotates with precision.
Stabilize the shoulder girdle so the upper body moves as one cohesive unit without shifting or collapsing.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.