Quadriceps · Cable

Cable Deadlifts

A compound movement that trains your quadriceps, done with a cable. Your forearms, glutes and hamstrings help out.

Muscles you'll work

QuadricepsPrimaryForearms · Glutes · Hamstrings · Lower BackSecondary

Move the cables to the bottom of the towers and select an appropriate weight. Stand directly in between the uprights.
To begin, squat down be flexing your hips and knees until you can reach the handles.
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.
After reaching a full standing position, Return to the starting position and repeat.

EquipmentCable

TypeCompound

Push or pullPull

LevelBeginner

Every set you log gets checked against your history, so you know the moment you beat your best. Next session, you'll already know what to aim for.