Cable deadlift
The cable deadlift is a compound exercise targeting the glutes, performed using a cable machine. It involves hinging at the hips while maintaining a neutral spine to lift the weight.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Hinge at the hips, not the lower back.
- Drive through your heels to lift the weight.
What to watch out for
- Lower back pain
- Hamstring injuries
- Hip issues
Also known as
Stacco con cavo, Cable Romanian Deadlift, Cable RDL