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cable standing hip extension

cable standing hip extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Attach a cable to a low pulley and stand facing away from the machine.

Step 2

Place the cable around your ankle and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Step 3

Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise.

Step 4

Slowly extend your leg straight back, squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.

Step 5

Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.

Step 6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

hamstringsquadriceps

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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