Cable Deadlift Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.3
- Alternate Names
- Cable Hip Deadlift, Cable Romanian Deadlift
How to: Cable Deadlift
- Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grab the handle with both hands and step back to create tension in the cable.
- With a slight bend in the knees, hinge at the hips to lower your torso while keeping your back straight.
- Engage your core and lift back up to the starting position by driving through your heels and engaging your glutes.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back when lifting.
- Using too much weight, compromising form.
- Failing to engage the core.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to practice form.
- Perform the exercise from a box or elevated surface to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to protect your lower back.
- Focus on using your hips and glutes to lift.
Cable Deadlift Alternatives
Tags
strength
deadlift
glutes
cable
quads
muscle building