What muscles does Cable Pull-Through work?

Cable Pull-Through primarily targets the Glutes, Hamstrings, with secondary involvement from the Core. It is a compound hinge movement.

What is the best rep range for Cable Pull-Through?

The typical effective rep range for Cable Pull-Through is 10 to 15 reps per set using Cable Machine.

What are the most common mistakes on Cable Pull-Through?

Common form errors on Cable Pull-Through include: Rounding back under tension; Squatting down instead of hinging back. Focus on: Reach rope back between legs; Hinge hips backwards against cable tension; Stand tall and lock out hips with glutes.

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Hinge · Compound

Cable Pull-Through

Targets Glutes, Hamstrings with an optimal working range of 10–15 reps.

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Primary Muscles

Glutes, Hamstrings

Secondary: Core

Typical Rep Range

10–15 reps

Glute Dominant

Equipment Tier

Full Gym Access

Cable Machine

Movement Profile

Beginner · Bilateral

Plane: Sagittal

Coaching Cues & Execution

Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Cable Pull-Through:

1 Reach rope back between legs
2 Hinge hips backwards against cable tension
3 Stand tall and lock out hips with glutes

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:

✕ Rounding back under tension
✕ Squatting down instead of hinging back

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