Cable exercise

Lateral Raise (Cable) form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

The cable lateral raise is an isolation exercise that targets the lateral head of the deltoid. Using a cable provides constant tension throughout the entire range of motion, making it an effective tool for building shoulder width and improving hypertrophy compared to traditional dumbbell variations.

Lateral Raise (Cable) illustration

How to do Lateral Raise (Cable)

  1. 1Set the cable pulley to the lowest position and attach a single-handle grip.
  2. 2Stand sideways to the machine, grasping the handle with your outside hand while keeping your arm slightly bent.
  3. 3Inhale, then exhale as you raise your arm out to the side until it is parallel to the floor.
  4. 4Pause briefly at the top, maintaining a neutral wrist and engaged core.
  5. 5Inhale and lower the weight slowly back to the starting position with full control.

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