Cable Y raise
Expert Advice
Control the weight throughout the entire movement and avoid using momentum to lift the handles, which can lead to shoulder injury.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand facing the cable machine with the pulleys set to the lowest position.
- Grasp the handles with your palms facing each other and step back into a staggered stance.
- With straight arms, raise the handles diagonally above your head, forming a 'Y' shape.
- Slowly lower the handles back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Y 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
Shoulders100%
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 Y raise work?
Cable Y raise primarily targets the Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Y 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 Y raise suitable for beginners?
Cable Y 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.
