Cable Lateral Raise
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The cable lateral raise targets the shoulder muscles, specifically strengthening and defining the lateral deltoids. This exercise enhances shoulder width and improves overall upper body aesthetics. It requires careful control to maintain tension in the target muscles throughout the movement.
How to do it
- Stand upright between the cable machine, holding a handle in each hand with arms at your sides.
- Position the cables to cross in front of you at the bottom.
- Lift your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Maintain an upright posture and engage your core throughout the exercise.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Lateral
Secondary Deltoid Anterior