Cable Lateral Raise
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Keep your back straight, your abs engaged, and your arms fully extended down at your sides, with your palms facing in towards each other.
Slowly raise your arms out to your sides until they're at shoulder level, keeping a slight bend in your elbows and your wrists straight.
Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions, making sure to control the movement and not let the weights pull your arms down too quickly.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Movement**: The key to the cable lateral raise is to perform the movement slowly and in a controlled manner. Avoid the temptation to use momentum or to jerk the weights up. It's better to use a lighter weight and perform the exercise correctly than to use a heavier weight and risk injury. **Avoid Locking Your Elbows**: When performing the exercise, avoid locking your elbows. Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise. This will help to protect your joints and ensure that the focus of the exercise remains on your shoulder muscles. **Keep Your Torso Stable**: One common mistake is to twist or lean your torso during the exercise. This can lead to back injury and detr