Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise
Description
The cable lying cross lateral raise is performed lying on your side on the floor with a low cable handle gripped in the top hand. By raising the cable up and across the body, you isolate the medial deltoid with constant cable tension. The lying position eliminates all body english.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise Instructions
- Set a cable to the lowest pulley with a single handle.
- Lie on your right side on the floor perpendicular to the cable station.
- Grip the handle with your left hand from across your body.
- Position yourself so the cable runs across your chest.
- Brace your core to keep your trunk stable.
- Raise the handle up and across your body to shoulder height.
- Squeeze your left medial delt at the top.
- Lower the handle back down with control. Switch sides.
Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise Benefits
- Strict medial delt isolation
- Lying position eliminates body english
- Constant cable tension through the range
- Builds shoulder width
- Useful for hypertrophy training
- Strong peak contraction
Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Lateral deltoid
- Anterior deltoid
- Trapezius (upper)
Cable Lying Cross Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Lateral Raise
- Lying Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Y Raise
