Cable Pull-through

Cable Pull-through is a strength – resistance exercise exercise involving Gluteus maximus, Hamstrings. Use these steps to learn the movement and work with your coach to choose a suitable level.

Last updated: 2026-10-31 · DynPerformance

Primary muscles: Gluteus maximus, Hamstrings
Secondary muscles: Erector spinae, Adductor magnus, Abdominals
Exercise type: Strength – resistance exercise

Exercise technique

Pulley
Attach the rope handle to the lowest pulley.
Direction
Face away from the machine and grip the rope between your legs.
Distance
Walk forward until the cable is taut.
Hinge
Bend your knees slightly and push your hips backward toward the machine.
Arms
Allow the rope between your legs with straight arms.
Rise
Extend your hips forward to stand against the cable.
Finish
Complete hip extension without pulling your hands upward.

Key technique points

Keep the cable centered between your legs.
Do not let your heels slide toward the machine.
Do not pull by bending your elbows.
Do not sit down as in a squat.
Do not thrust your hips forward at the top.
Keep the weight stack from resting at the bottom.

Common mistakes

Pulling with the arms

This turns the hip movement into an upper-body pull.

Standing too close

Cable tension disappears during the descent.

Deep knee bend

This reduces the hinge character of the movement.

Being dragged backward

Foot support is insufficient against the load direction.

Arching the lower back

This adds spinal movement after you have stood upright.

Rope drifting sideways

The cable creates rotational force on the pelvis.

Frequently asked questions