Cable One Arm 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 Lateral Raise with One Arm
How to: Cable One Arm Lateral Raise
- Stand next to a cable machine and attach a single cable handle at the lowest setting.
- Grip the handle with one hand and step away from the machine, ensuring tension on the cable.
- Keep your body straight and your core engaged.
- Raise your arm to the side until it's parallel to the ground, maintaining a slight bend in the elbow.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then lower your arm back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too much weight, which can lead to bad form.
- Using momentum instead of controlled motion.
- Allowing the shoulder to roll forward during the raise.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to provide more stability.
- Reduce the weight if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbow throughout the movement.
- Control the movement on the way down to maximize muscle engagement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on lifting with your shoulder.
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
cable
exercise
upper body