Double cable front raise

Exercise overview

Primary muscle group: Shoulders

Exercise type: Cable

Exercise goal: Strength

Key metric: Weight

Average per rep (kg)*: 21

Average per rep (lbs)*: 47

Description: Attach stirrups (handles) to two low cable pulleys. Grasp one stirrup in each hand and stand midway between the two pulleys. Step forward until the cables are pulled taut and your arms are left a little behind you. Keep your elbows slightly bent and exhale as you raise the stirrups forward and upward in a semicircular motion until your arms are slightly above horizontal. Hold for a count of two. Inhale as you lower the stirrups to the starting position in a controlled manner. Repeat the exercise.

Exercise ID: 00094

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Exercise tips and tricks

Maintain Proper Posture: Keep your spine neutral, chest up, and shoulders pulled back. Avoid leaning backward or arching your back excessively during the exercise.
Controlled Movements: Focus on performing the exercise with a controlled and steady motion. Avoid using momentum to lift the cables, as this reduces the effectiveness of the workout and increases the risk of injury.
Engage Your Core: Keep your core muscles engaged throughout the exercise to provide stability and support, helping to maintain proper form.
Breath Control: Exhale as you lift the cables and inhale as you lower them. Proper breathing can help maintain focus and enhance muscle engagement.
Keep a Slight Bend in Your Elbows: This helps to alleviate stress on your elbow joints and target your deltoids more effectively.
Adjust the Cables According to Your Height: Make sure the pulley is set at or slightly below your shoulder level to ensure a proper range of motion.
Avoid Overlifting: Do not lift the cables any higher than shoulder level to avoid unnecessary strain on your shoulder joints.
Use a Mirror for Feedback: Utilize mirrors to monitor your form, making it easier to correct any posture issues and ensure even lifting on both sides.
Warm-up Properly: Ensure you have warmed up your shoulder muscles adequately before performing this exercise to prevent strains and injuries.
Start with Lighter Weights: Especially if you are new to this exercise, begin with a lighter weight to perfect your form and gradually increase the resistance as you become more comfortable with the movement.

Exercise overview

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