This exercise involves holding a cable with both hands and raising it forward, keeping the arms straight and shoulder height. It primarily targets the front deltoids and can be done standing or seated.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Cable Machine
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the anterior deltoid muscle, which is responsible for shoulder flexion and abduction
- Helps to improve shoulder stability and mobility
- Can be performed with varying resistance levels to challenge the muscles and promote strength gains
- Allows for a controlled and isolated movement, reducing the risk of injury
- Can be easily modified to target different areas of the shoulder and upper body
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a cable in each hand with your palms facing down.
- Bring your arms forward and up until they are parallel to the ground, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Hold for a second, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Lateral Deltoid
Primary
Shoulder
Primary