Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise
Description
This exercise involves sitting on a cable machine and using the cables to perform a rear lateral raise, which targets the muscles in the back of the shoulders. The movement involves pulling the cables out to the sides and back, while keeping the arms straight and the shoulders down.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise Instructions
- Adjust the cable machine to the appropriate height and attach a D-handle to the cable.
- Sit on the bench facing the cable machine with your feet flat on the ground.
- Grasp the D-handle with one hand and place your other hand on the bench for support.
- Keeping your arm straight, lift the D-handle out to the side until your arm is parallel to the ground.
- Slowly lower the D-handle back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and then switch arms.
Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise Benefits
- Targets the rear deltoids, which are often neglected in traditional shoulder exercises
- Improves posture by strengthening the muscles responsible for pulling the shoulders back
- Increases shoulder stability and reduces the risk of injury
- Allows for a greater range of motion compared to dumbbell or barbell exercises
- Can be easily adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels and goals
Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Rear Deltoids
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Standing Rear Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Seated Rear Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Standing Rear Lateral Raise
- Resistance Band Seated Rear Lateral Raise
- Resistance Band Standing Rear Lateral Raise
- Machine Seated Rear Lateral Raise
- Machine Standing Rear Lateral Raise
