Sam Dutney | Online Rowing Coach on Instagram: "It’s not your classic “ab circuit” In rowing, the “core training” should be “trunk trainingl because the goal is force transfer rather than visible movement. The trunk/torso’s main role is to: Transfer force from the legs to the handle Maintain spinal position under load Resist flexion, extension, and rotation For that reason, the most effective trunk training is driven by deliberately choosing exercises for a specific result and not by doing exerc

Ariel_yu on Instagram: "Cable Kickbacks Variations Know the Difference Gluteus Medius (External Rotation): 1. Set the pulley at the bottom. 2. Externally rotate your working leg to 45 degrees for better gluteus medius engagement. 3. Kick at a 45-degree angle to engage the gluteus medius. Gluteus Maximus (Straight Kickback): 1. Set the pulley at or slightly below hip level to ensure a straight kickback. 2. Step down with your working leg for stability. 3. Kick straight back to maximize gluteus ma