Cable Pull-through

A compound cable exercise for the gluteus maximus and hamstrings.

  • Glutes
  • Cable
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainGluteus maximus, Hamstrings
AlsoErector spinae

Setup

Think of it as a hip hinge; the arms just guide the rope through the legs.

How to do it well

  • Face away from a low pulley with a rope between the legs
  • Hinge back with soft knees
  • Drive the hips forward to stand tall

Common mistakes

  • Squatting instead of hinging
  • Overextending the back at the top

Free programs with Cable Pull-through

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.