Modified Pulley Deadlift with D Handle
Cable version of deadlift with constant tension
LegsIntermediateStrengthHinge
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Hamstrings and glutes |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Hinge |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~65 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand facing low pulley
- Step 2: Hinge at hips and grab D handle
- Step 3: Drive hips forward to stand
- Step 4: Squeeze glutes at top
- Step 5: Hinge back down with control
Equipment
- Pulley with D handle optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Cable version of deadlift with constant tension
Common mistakes
Rounding back or jerking movement
Make it harder
Increase weight or slow eccentric
Make it easier
Lighter resistance
Breathing
Exhale on lift
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