Cable Lateral Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Serratus Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Side Raise
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Cable Lateral Raise
- Stand with a cable machine to your side, holding the handle with the arm closest to the machine.
- Start with the handle resting against your side.
- Lift the cable away from your body, leading with the elbow and keeping a slight bend in your arm.
- Raise your arm to shoulder height or slightly above, pause, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Perform the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Swinging the body instead of raising the arms.
- Not engaging the core throughout the exercise.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to start with.
- Perform a seated version to reduce lower back strain.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows during the lift.
- Control the weight during both the upward and downward motions.
- Avoid leaning back; keep your torso stable.
Cable Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
cable
upper body
muscle growth