Cable pull-through
A hip-hinge pattern that loads the glutes and hamstrings with little spinal load.
- Muscle group: Glutes
- Equipment: Cable machine
- Difficulty: Beginner
Also known as: Glute pull-through, Cable hip hinge, Pull-through i kabel, Hoftehængsel med kabel
How to do it
- Face away from a low cable with a rope between your legs, step forward and soften your knees.
- Push your hips back with a flat back until you feel a stretch in the hamstrings.
- Squeeze your glutes to drive your hips forward and stand tall.
Common mistakes
- Squatting down instead of pushing the hips back.
- Leaning back at the top and overextending the lower back.
Alternatives
Watch a video demonstration on YouTube
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