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Cable Leg Extension

Quads · Squat

Generic squat demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.

SquatIsolationOne side at a time

A seated knee extension with an ankle strap on a low pulley that isolates the quads.

Difficulty
Easy
Tracking
Measured in reps

Muscles worked

Quads

Equipment

Cable machine

How to do it

  1. Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley and fasten it above one ankle.
  2. Sit on a bench or box facing away from the machine with your knee bent and the cable taut.
  3. Straighten your knee to lift your lower leg until it is in line with your thigh.
  4. Lower under control to the starting bend, finish the set and switch legs.

Coaching cues

  • Keep your thigh still on the bench so the movement happens only at the knee.
  • Pause for a beat at the top and avoid snapping the knee straight.