How to Do Cable Deadlifts

Step-by-step instructions, muscles worked and workouts that use the cable deadlifts.

Main muscles	Quads
Also works	Forearms, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back
Equipment	Cable
Level	Beginner
Type	Strength

How to do it

Move the cables to the bottom of the towers and select an appropriate weight. Stand directly in between the uprights.
To begin, squat down be flexing your hips and knees until you can reach the handles.
After grasping them, begin your ascent. Driving through your heels extend your hips and knees keeping your hands hanging at your side. Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement.
After reaching a full standing position, Return to the starting position and repeat.