Cable Lateral Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Cable Side Raise
How to: Cable Lateral Raise
- Stand while holding the cable with one hand at your side.
- Set your feet shoulder-width apart for balance.
- Keep your elbow slightly bent, raise your arm to the side until it reaches shoulder height.
- Lower the arm back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Raising the arms too high, which can strain the shoulder.
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Not engaging the core for stability.
Modifications
- Perform with lighter weight or no weight at first.
- Limit the range of motion if shoulder pain occurs.
Tips
- Keep your movements controlled to maintain tension on the muscles.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on using your shoulder muscles to lift the weight.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the lift.
Cable Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
cable exercise
lateral raise
upper body