Description:
The Cable Hip External Rotations is a lower body exercise that targets the glutes through a focused hip movement.
Benefits:
- Builds strength and size in the glutes.
- Improves hip power and stability.
- Supports squats, deadlifts, and sprinting.
- Helps protect the lower back and knees.
- Improves posture and athletic movement.
Profile:
| Equipment: | Cable Machine |
| Type: | Strength Training Machine |
| Resistance Type: | Cable |
| Level: | Intermediate |
Muscles:
Primary Muscles
- Gluteus Medius
- Gluteus Minimus
Secondary Muscles
- Tensor Fasciae Latae
Classification:
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
| Force: | Push |
| Utility: | Auxiliary |
Instructions:
- Set up so the working leg can move out to the side against the resistance.
- Open the leg out and up by squeezing the side of the glute.
- Pause at the top of the movement.
- Lower under control without letting the hips rock.
- Repeat for the desired reps, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes:
- Arching the lower back instead of using the glutes.
- Using momentum instead of control.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Not squeezing the glutes at the top.
- Letting the knees cave inward.
Variations:
- Barbell Hip Thrusts
- Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts
- Cable Kickbacks
- Body Weight Glute Bridge Variations
Safety Tips:
- Keep the core braced and the ribs down.
- Drive through the heels and squeeze the glutes.
- Use a load you can control through a full range.
- Stop if you feel lower back or hip pain.
Additional Information:
This movement targets the gluteus medius on the side of the hip, which stabilizes the pelvis and supports knee health.
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