Cable Y raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable standing Y raise
How to: Cable Y raise
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and a cable pulley at your feet.
- Grip the cable with both hands and pull the cable upwards in a Y formation while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Lift until your arms are at shoulder height, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Ensure the movement is controlled and focus on engaging the shoulder muscles.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Lifting shoulders up towards the ears instead of keeping them down.
- Overextending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Use lighter weight if experiencing discomfort.
- Perform the exercise seated for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the lift.
- Control the movement to maintain tension in the shoulders.
- Avoid excessive weight that could compromise form.
Cable Y raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
cable
upper body
fitness