Cable Squat
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Quads · Vasti
- Medium load
- Glutes · Maximus
- Low load
- Core
How to do it
Face a low pulley and hold its handle near your chest. Stand far enough back to keep tension on the cable. Squat by bending your knees and hips while keeping your heels down, then stand up without leaning back against the cable.
Form cues
- Keep your torso upright.
- Let your knees track over your toes.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
Lower backHipKneeAnkle
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.