Strength

Alternating Cable Lateral Raise

The Alternating Cable Lateral Raise is a great workout for shoulder strength and stability. It involves extending your arms horizontally, targeting the outer parts of your shoulders.
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Alternating Cable Lateral Raise instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand up straight in between a cable machine with a handle attached at the lower setting on each side.
2
Grab the right handle with your left hand and the left handle with your right hand crossing them over in front of you.
3
Keep your back straight, pull your shoulder blades down, and slightly bend your knees.
4
Raise your arms up and out to the sides until they are at shoulder height. Keep a slight bend in your elbows to avoid straining them.
5
Lower them back down slowly and repeat the motion for the recommended number of reps.
Stand up straight in between a cable machine with a handle attached at the lower setting on each side.
Grab the right handle with your left hand and the left handle with your right hand crossing them over in front of you.
Keep your back straight, pull your shoulder blades down, and slightly bend your knees.
Raise your arms up and out to the sides until they are at shoulder height. Keep a slight bend in your elbows to avoid straining them.
Lower them back down slowly and repeat the motion for the recommended number of reps.
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