Cable One Arm Lateral Raise
Description
This exercise involves holding a cable in one hand and raising it out to the side, targeting the lateral deltoid muscle. It is a unilateral exercise, meaning it works one side of the body at a time.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Cable One Arm Lateral Raise Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a cable in one hand with your palm facing inward.
- Keep your arm straight and raise it out to the side until it is parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your arm back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms and repeat the exercise on the other side.
Cable One Arm Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Cable One Arm Lateral Raise Benefits
- Targets the lateral deltoid muscle, which is responsible for shoulder abduction and helps create a wider shoulder appearance
- Allows for isolation of one arm at a time, ensuring balanced development of both shoulders
- Can be performed with varying resistance levels, making it suitable for beginners and advanced lifters
- Improves shoulder stability and mobility, reducing the risk of injury during other upper body exercises
- Can be easily modified by changing the angle of the cable or the grip position, providing variety in the workout routine
Cable One Arm Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Deltoid (middle and posterior fibers)
- Trapezius (middle fibers)
- Supraspinatus
Cable One Arm Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Cable One Arm Front Raise
- Cable One Arm Rear Delt Fly
- Cable One Arm Shoulder Press
- Cable One Arm Upright Row
- Cable One Arm Bent Over Lateral Raise
