Cable Glute Dominant Step-up
Expert Advice
Focus on driving through the heel of the stepping leg to fully activate the glutes and hamstrings.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach an ankle cuff to a low pulley and to your ankle.
- Stand facing away from the machine with a step in front of you.
- Step up onto the platform with the cuffed leg, squeezing your glutes at the top.
- Step down with control and repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Glute Dominant Step-up primarily targets the Glutes, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes50%
Quads40%
Secondary
Calves10%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Glute Dominant Step-up work?
Cable Glute Dominant Step-up primarily targets the Glutes, Quads. Secondary muscles involved include Calves. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Glute Dominant Step-up?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Glute Dominant Step-up suitable for beginners?
Cable Glute Dominant Step-up is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
