Deadlift (Cable)

Compound lower body exercise using cables that mimics the deadlift movement, providing constant tension and reduced lower back strain.

Instructions

1. Move the cables to the bottom of the towers and select an appropriate weight.
2. Stand directly in between the uprights with feet at hip to shoulder-width apart.
3. To begin, squat down by flexing your hips and knees until you can reach the handles.
4. After grasping them, begin your ascent by driving through your heels.
5. Extend your hips and knees while keeping your hands hanging at your sides.
6. Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement, returning to the starting position.

Tips

• The cable provides constant tension throughout the entire deadlift range of motion.
• Maintain a neutral spine by keeping your chest up and core engaged throughout.
• Drive through your heels and extend your hips explosively at the top of the movement.
• The cable variation reduces compressive forces on the lower back compared to barbell deadlifts.
• Use this variation for higher rep ranges (8-12 reps) or as a deload alternative to barbell deadlifts.