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Band Pallof Press Walk Out

Intermediate
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A dynamic anti-rotation core exercise using a band to challenge stability while walking away from an anchor point. It targets the abs and obliques to build rotational strength and control.

About Exercise

Equipment

Bands

Difficulty

3/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Abs, Obliques

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Popularity Score

7

Goals

Stability
Strength
Conditioning

Training Style

Functional Training
Sports Performance

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Medium

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Abs

10/10

Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis

Obliques

10/10

External Obliques, Internal Obliques

Shoulders

4/10

Anterior Delts

Programming

Typical Rep Range

6-12 reps

Rest Between Sets

30-60 seconds • Rest between sides.

How to Perform

Secure a loop band to an anchor point at chest height. Stand perpendicular to the anchor, grasp the band with both hands, and step away until tension is felt with arms extended straight out.

  1. Brace your core tightly, maintaining arms straight out in front of your chest.
  2. Take small, controlled steps away from the anchor point, increasing band tension.
  3. Resist the band's pull, preventing your torso from rotating toward the anchor.
  4. Once maximum distance is reached, slowly walk back toward the anchor point.
  5. Maintain core tension and straight arms throughout the entire movement.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Brace the core hard
  • Arms straight out
  • Resist the rotation
  • Small, controlled steps
  • Shoulders square forward

Breathing

Inhale before starting the walk-out; exhale slowly while maintaining a tight core brace throughout the movement.

Tempo

2-0-2

Range of Motion

Walk out until the maximum distance is reached where core stability can be maintained without rotation or leaning.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Ensure the anchor point is secure and stable.
  • Stop immediately if sharp pain occurs in the lower back.
  • Do not allow the band to snap back toward the body.

Spotting

Not recommended; this is a self-regulating stability exercise.

Common Mistakes

  • Allowing the torso to rotate
  • Bending the elbows
  • Taking steps too large or fast
  • Leaning away from the anchor

When to Avoid

  • Acute lower back pain
  • Uncontrolled hernia
  • Severe shoulder instability

Flexibility Needed

  • Adequate shoulder flexion to hold arms straight

Build Up First

  • Basic core bracing competency
  • Ability to perform a static Pallof Press

Also known as

Pallof Walkout, Band Anti-Rotation Walk, Walking Pallof Press

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