Cable Squats

TARGETS: Glutes, Quads, Hamstrings

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KEY POINTS FOR CABLE SQUATS
  • Select desired weight
  • Grip handle with palms facing down
  • Step back two feet from unit
  • Keeping your weight on your heels, drop down into a squat position
  • Stop when thighs are parallel to the ground
  • Return to start position
  • Repeat until tired

Select desired weight. Grip the low pulley handles with your palms facing down.  From this start position, step back two feet from the unit. Keeping your weight on your heels, drop down to a squat position. Stop and pause when your thighs are parallel to the ground. Slowly return to start position. Repeat exercise movement for as many reps as possible.

A cable squat on our low pulley station is an exercise that targets your middle back, lats and quadriceps. It also involves abs, biceps, calves and hamstrings. It's one of the best exercises to build lower body and core strength.