Legs exercise

Cable Deadlifts

QuadricepsCableBeginner

The cable deadlifts is a legs exercise that targets the quadriceps with cable. Watch the demo, then follow the step-by-step form guide below.

Looping demonstration — tap play to watch the full movement.

How to do the cable deadlifts

  1. Move the cables to the bottom of the towers and select an appropriate weight. Stand directly in between the uprights.

  2. To begin, squat down be flexing your hips and knees until you can reach the handles.

  3. After grasping them, begin your ascent. Driving through your heels extend your hips and knees keeping your hands hanging at your side. Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement.

  4. After reaching a full standing position, Return to the starting position and repeat.

Details

Primary muscles
Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
ForearmsGlutesHamstringsLower back
Equipment & classification
CableLevel: BeginnerForce: PullMechanic: Compound

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