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Cable Deadlift (One Leg)

  • Intermediate
  • Cable Machine
  • Hamstrings · Quadriceps · Glutes

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Setup instructions

1) On one side of the cable machine slide the anchor point to the bottom.

2) Select your weight and attach a handle to the end.

3) Hold the attachment with your left hand. Keep it close to your body in front of the hips.

4) Shift your weight to your right leg and lift your left leg up off the ground. Raise the left heel and keep the toe in contact with the ground.

Perform instructions

1) Hinge from the hips, bend your right knee and extend your left leg behind.

2) Pause at the bottom when your arm is fully extended in front of you. Don't let the knee track over the toes.

3) Drive through your heel and thrust your hips forward until you’re standing.

4) Repeat.

Anatomy