Exercise library / Cable Pull-Through
Isolation · Hinge
Cable Pull-Through
Cable Pull-Through is an isolation exercise that targets the glutes directly. Hinge at the hips rather than squatting down, keeping your spine neutral and the load close to your body as your hips travel back and snap through. Your hamstrings assist throughout the movement.
Primary muscles
Glutes
Secondary muscles
Hamstrings
Equipment
Cable
Movement pattern
Hinge
Type
Isolation (single-joint)
Substitutions
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Romanian Deadlift
Same hinge pattern · also trains the hamstrings.
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Barbell Hip Thrust
Same hinge pattern · also trains the glutes.
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