Cable Lateral Raise
Expert Advice
Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise to reduce stress on the elbow joints and maintain tension on the deltoids.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a handle to the low pulley of a cable machine.
- Stand with the cable machine to your side, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the handle with the hand furthest from the machine.
- With a slight bend in your elbow, lift your arm out to the side until it is parallel with the floor.
- Lower the handle back down with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Lateral 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
Shoulders80%
Secondary
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 Lateral Raise work?
Cable Lateral Raise primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Lateral 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 Lateral Raise suitable for beginners?
Cable Lateral 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.
