Cable Lateral Raise.

How to do it.

1. Step 01

   Stand sideways to a low cable pulley, attaching an ankle strap to the hand furthest from the machine.

2. Step 02

   Grasp the cable handle with the hand closest to the machine, crossing it in front of your body.

3. Step 03

   Keep a slight bend in your elbow and your core engaged.

4. Step 04

   Raise your arm out to the side until it is parallel with the floor.

5. Step 05

   Focus on leading with your elbow and feeling the contraction in your side deltoid.

6. Step 06

   Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position with control.

Pro cues.

• Avoid shrugging your shoulders; isolate the side deltoids.

• Use a light-to-moderate weight for proper form and muscle isolation.

• Control both the upward and downward phases of the movement.

Questions, answered.

What is the Cable Lateral Raise?

An isolation exercise that effectively targets the lateral deltoids for broader shoulders.

What muscles does the Cable Lateral Raise work?

The Cable Lateral Raise primarily works your side delts. It also recruits your traps as secondary movers.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Lateral Raise?

You need a cable machine to perform the Cable Lateral Raise.

How many sets and reps should I do for the Cable Lateral Raise?

A typical prescription for the Cable Lateral Raise is 3–4 sets of 10–15 reps. Rest about 45–75 seconds between sets.

Is the Cable Lateral Raise good for beginners?

The Cable Lateral Raise is best suited to intermediate lifters. Beginners can do it with light weight and close attention to form before progressing.