Cable One Arm Lateral Raise
Builds the side delts for broader shoulders and better shoulder control in daily life and pressing exercises.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Stand next to the cable machine with the handle set at the lowest position, keeping your working arm farthest from the cable, and brace your core.
- 02
Grip the handle with one hand and bring your arm slightly in front of your body into the starting position, with a slight bend in your elbow and your shoulder kept down without shrugging.
- 03
Raise the cable out to your side until your arm reaches shoulder height, leading with your elbow and keeping your wrist neutral.
- 04
Pause briefly at the top and squeeze the middle deltoid without leaning your torso.
- 05
Lower your arm under control back to the starting position and keep your shoulder blades lightly pulled together throughout the movement.
Beginner's guide
§ 03 · GuideBuilds the side delts for broader shoulders and better shoulder control in daily life and pressing exercises.
You should feel it in the side of your shoulder. It should not be felt mainly in your neck or lower back from swinging.
A common mistake is using hip swing or shrugging the shoulder. Reduce the weight and keep your torso still.
How to get started at the gym
§ 04 · SisuLiftCable One Arm Lateral Raise is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 05 · TipsKeep your torso still and avoid using momentum from your hips. Adjust the weight so you can reach the top position without shrugging your shoulder and keep the movement controlled.
The cable provides consistent resistance throughout the entire range of motion and effectively targets the middle deltoid.
More exercises: Shoulders
§ 06 · Same muscles
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