Cable Standing Hip Flexion Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Femoris, Sartorius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Cable Hip Flexion
How to: Cable Standing Hip Flexion
- Attach the ankle strap to the low pulley of a cable machine.
- Stand facing away from the machine with the strap around your ankle.
- With your feet hip-width apart, engage your core and maintain balance.
- Lift your knee towards your chest while keeping your back straight.
- Lower your leg back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the lower back during the movement.
- Not fully extending the knee
- Rushing the movement and losing form
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain.
- Use a lighter weight if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Control the movement to avoid using momentum.
- Focus on engaging your hip flexors during the lift.
Cable Standing Hip Flexion Alternatives
Tags
hip
flexion
strength
cable
lower body
exercise