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Cable Stand-up
Muscles involved
The cable stand-up lifts from a squat against a low cable. It builds glutes and quads with constant tension.
How to do it
- Grip the cable with both hands and sit on the floor.
- Pull the cable while standing up, keeping your torso firm.
- Pause for a moment when completely upright.
- Descend, controlling the cable until you return to the floor.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your core tight during the entire movement. - Use your legs to help with the standing impulse. - Control the descent to avoid hitting the floor forcefully.
Difficulty
IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Cable Stand-up: which muscles does it work?
Cable Stand-up mainly works: Glutes, Quadriceps. It also involves: Gluteus maximus, Adductor magnus, Soleus.
What is Cable Stand-up good for?
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