Strength

Alternating Cable Overhead Press

Alternating Cable Overhead Press is a potent workout for bolstering strength and stability in shoulders and upper back. It promotes balance, coordination, and corrects asymmetry, improving upper body endurance and posture.
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Alternating Cable Overhead Press instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand in the middle of a cable machine, holding one cable handle in each hand at shoulder level.
2
Push one hand up towards the ceiling while keeping the other stationary at shoulder level.
3
Slowly lower your hand back to shoulder level.
4
Now push your other hand up towards the ceiling while keeping the first one stationary.
5
Alternate between sides for the programmed number of reps.
Stand in the middle of a cable machine, holding one cable handle in each hand at shoulder level.
Push one hand up towards the ceiling while keeping the other stationary at shoulder level.
Slowly lower your hand back to shoulder level.
Now push your other hand up towards the ceiling while keeping the first one stationary.
Alternate between sides for the programmed number of reps.
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