Cable posterior single-arm lateral raise is an effective exercise that targets the posterior deltoids, upper back, and trapezius muscles. This exercise is performed using a cable pulley machine and can be incorporated into your upper body workout routine to improve strength and build muscle in your shoulders and upper back. By following the proper technique, you can perform this exercise safely and effectively to achieve your fitness goals. In this guide, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to perform with the correct form. Feel the contraction in your target muscles – posterior deltoids, upper back, and trapezius – as you perform the exercise. If you find that you are not feeling the target muscles engaging, you may need to adjust your form or weight selection.
how to perform Cable Posterior Single Arm Lateral Raise
- Attach a handle to the low cable pulley and stand beside the machine with the pulley on your right side.
- Keep your feet together, grab the machine with your right hand, and lean 30 degrees to the side to maintain a straight back.
- Reach behind your body and grab the handle with your left hand, and assume this as your starting position.
- Exhale and raise your left hand in a wide arc to the side, keeping a slight bend at your elbow to start.
- Continue to raise your arm upward until it is parallel with the floor, and hold it for a brief pause.
- Inhale and return your arm along the same path back to the starting position.
- Repeat steps 4 to 6 for the desired number of repetitions.
- Switch sides after the desired reps and perform the exercise with your left side next to the pulley.
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