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How to do Cable Lateral Raise

The cable lateral raise is an isolation exercise that targets the deltoid muscles, particularly the lateral (middle) head. It is performed using a cable machine, which provides constant tension throughout the movement. This exercise helps build shoulder width and strength.

Cable Lateral Raise demonstration
Primary muscle
Shoulders
Also works
Traps and Triceps
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate
Category
Shoulders

How to do Cable Lateral Raise, step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grasp the cable handles with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your arms straight and your core engaged.
  3. Raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles worked

Cable Lateral Raise works your shoulders as the main mover, with help from your traps and triceps.

Variations

Track Cable Lateral Raise in SPLYT

Cable Lateral Raise is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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