Exercise Comparison
Backward Drag vs Cable Deadlifts
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Backward Drag
Instructions
Backward Drag
Load a sled with the desired weight, attaching a rope or straps to the sled that you can hold onto.
Begin the exercise by moving backwards for a given distance. Leaning back, extend through the legs for short steps to move as quickly as possible.
Cable Deadlifts
Move the cables to the bottom of the towers and select an appropriate weight. Stand directly in between the uprights.
To begin, squat down be flexing your hips and knees until you can reach the handles.
After grasping them, begin your ascent. Driving through your heels extend your hips and knees keeping your hands hanging at your side. Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement.
After reaching a full standing position, Return to the starting position and repeat.
Verdict
Both exercises target the quadriceps. Backward Drag is a beginner exercise using other, while Cable Deadlifts is beginner and uses cable. Choose Backward Drag if you have access to other, or Cable Deadlifts if you prefer cable.