Cable Pull-Through
The Cable Pull-Through primarily works the Biceps Femoris (Long Head), Gluteus Maximus, with secondary activation of the Erector Spinae, Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a cable compound exercise at beginner difficulty.
Hip hinge with cable attachment pulling through legs emphasizing posterior chain.
| Equipment | Cable |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Compound |
| Movement | Hinge |
| Force | Pull |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Biceps Femoris (Long Head), Gluteus Maximus |
| Secondary | Erector Spinae, Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Biceps Femoris (Long Head) (hamstrings)
- Primary Muscle Gluteus Maximus (glutes)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Erector Spinae (back)
- Secondary Muscle Semimembranosus (hamstrings)
- Secondary Muscle Semitendinosus (hamstrings)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Attach appropriate handle to cable pulley. Grasp handle and face machine. Execution: Push hips back while maintaining flat back, lowering torso toward floor. Drive hips forward to return to upright position. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Gluteus Maximus, Biceps Femoris (Long Head).
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