Abs · Cable · Intermediate

How to do Cable Judo Flip

The cable judo flip is a rotational core exercise that targets the abs, obliques, and shoulders using a cable machine. It mimics the motion of a judo throw, requiring coordination, core strength, and controlled movement.

Cable Judo Flip demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques and Shoulders
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate
Category
Abs

How to do Cable Judo Flip, step by step

  1. Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Hold the cable handle with both hands at chest level, palms facing down.
  3. Engage your core and rotate your torso to the right, pulling the cable across your body.
  4. As you rotate, pivot your back foot and allow your hips to rotate naturally.
  5. Extend your arms fully and finish the movement by flipping the cable handle over your shoulder.
  6. Return to the starting position by reversing the movement, rotating your torso back to the center.
  7. Repeat the movement on the opposite side.
  8. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Cable Judo Flip works your abs as the main mover, with help from your obliques and shoulders.

Track Cable Judo Flip in SPLYT

Cable Judo Flip is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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