Exercise technique

isometric wipers

Isometric wipers are a challenging bodyweight exercise that targets the pectorals while also engaging the shoulders, triceps, and core. The movement requires significant core strength and control as you move your legs side to side while keeping your upper body stable.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start by lying flat on your back on a mat or bench.
  2. Extend your arms straight out to the sides, perpendicular to your body.
  3. Engage your core and lift both legs off the ground, keeping them together and straight.
  4. Slowly lower your legs to one side, aiming to touch the ground with your feet while maintaining control.
  5. Pause for a moment, then use your core to lift your legs back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the movement, this time lowering your legs to the opposite side.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Triceps, Core.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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