Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up
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The Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the lower back and core. You'll need: cable handle attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment


Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up
Cable Narrow Chair Stand Up Instructions
Positioning:
Set Up the Cable Machine:
Attach a handle to the cable machine at about hip height.
Adjust the weight on the stack according to your strength level.
Starting Position:
Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Grab the handle with both hands, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step back slightly to create tension in the cable, and position your body as if sitting in an imaginary chair (hip hinge).
Your torso should remain upright and core engaged.
Movement:
Squat Down:
Slowly lower your body into a squat by bending your knees.
Keep your weight on your heels and push your hips back, maintaining an upright posture.
Your thighs should ideally be parallel to the ground or as low as you can comfortably go.
Stand Up:
Press through your heels to return to the standing position.
Extend your hips and knees fully at the top while keeping the tension on the cable.
Ensure your core stays engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
Repeat:
Perform the desired number of repetitions, usually between 8 to 12 for beginners.
Take a brief pause at the top of each movement before descending into the squat again.
Tips:
Start with lighter weights to master your form before increasing the load.
Keep your movements slow and controlled for maximum benefit and to avoid injury.
Focus on keeping your back straight throughout the entire exercise.
Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up work?
The Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the lower back and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up?
Cable handle attachment or cable machine.
Is the Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Chair Cable Narrow Stand Up variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable Squat, Cable Front Squat, Cable V-Bar Front Squat and Cable Glute Dominant Step-Up.
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