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Cable Deadlifts

Cable Deadlifts — starting positionCable Deadlifts — end position
Primary muscles
Quadriceps
Equipment
Cable
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do the Cable Deadlifts

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 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. 4

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

Secondary muscles worked

ForearmsGlutesHamstringsLower Back

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