Cable Front Raise
Expert Advice
Control the weight throughout the entire range of motion and prevent your body from swinging. Keep your wrists straight and avoid bending them during the lift.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a straight bar to a low pulley cable machine.
- Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the bar with both hands, palms facing down.
- With a slight bend in your elbows, raise the bar in front of you to shoulder height.
- Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Front Raise primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders60%
Secondary
Chest20%
Abs20%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Front Raise work?
Cable Front Raise primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Chest, Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Front Raise?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Front Raise suitable for beginners?
Cable Front Raise is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
