Cable Lateral Raise
The cable lateral raise lifts a low-pulley handle out to your side to shoulder height, working your side delts.
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How to do a cable lateral raise
- Set a pulley at the lowest position and attach a handle.
- Stand side-on to the machine and hold the handle in your outside hand, across the front of your body.
- Raise your arm out to the side to about shoulder height, with a slight bend in the elbow.
- Lower slowly back across your body.
- Finish all reps, then switch sides.
Tips
- Lead with your elbow.
- Keep your shoulder down, away from your ear.
Common mistakes
- Leaning or swinging your body to lift the weight.
- Shrugging your shoulder as you raise your arm.
Cable Lateral Raise muscles worked
Main: Side delts.
Sets and reps
3 × 10–15 per side
Sets and reps are per arm.
Alternatives
FAQ
Cable or dumbbell lateral raise?
The cable keeps tension on your side delts at the bottom of the rep, where a dumbbell is easiest; both build the same muscle.
How high should I raise my arm?
To about shoulder height.