cable standing hip extension
A upper legs exercise targeting the glutes, performed with cable.
How to do cable standing hip extension
Attach a cable to a low pulley and stand facing away from the machine.
Place the cable around your ankle and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise.
Slowly extend your leg straight back, squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.
Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Switch sides and repeat with the other leg.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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