Exercise guide

Cable Goblet Squat

The Cable Goblet Squat targets the quadriceps and glutes while promoting an upright torso by holding the cable handle in a front loaded position.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Cable Goblet Squat

  1. 01

    Attach a rope or single handle to a low cable pulley.

  2. 02

    Hold the handle close to your chest with both hands.

  3. 03

    Stand with feet about shoulder width apart.

  4. 04

    Brace your core and sit your hips down and back.

  5. 05

    Lower until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor.

  6. 06

    Drive through your heels to return to standing.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep the handle close to your chest
  • Maintain an upright torso throughout
  • Control the descent instead of dropping quickly
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Goblet Squat work?

The Cable Goblet Squat primarily targets the Quads. Supporting muscles include Glutes.

Is the Cable Goblet Squat a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Goblet Squat is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Goblet Squat?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Goblet Squat?

The Cable Goblet Squat is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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