Cable Straight Legs Pull Through

Target Muscle

Secondary Muscles

Equipment

1

Stand in front of the cable machine with your back towards it, feet shoulder-width apart, and grab the rope handle between your legs.

2

Keeping your back straight and your knees slightly bent, pull the rope forward by extending your hips and squeezing your glutes until you are standing upright.

3

Pause for a moment at the top of the movement to ensure maximum muscle contraction.

4

Slowly reverse the movement, allowing the rope to pull your hips back and your torso to bend forward, returning to the starting position.

Pro Tip

**Maintain Proper Form:** As you pull the rope through your legs, keep your back straight and your chest up. Bend at the hips, not at the waist, and push your hips backward as you lower your torso. This will engage your glutes and hamstrings effectively. Avoid rounding your back as this can lead to injury. **Control Your Movement:** Don't rush through the exercise. Use a slow and controlled movement, both when pulling the rope through and when returning to the starting position. This ensures that your muscles are under tension for longer, leading to better results. **Avoid Using Your Arms:** A common mistake is using your arms to pull the