Front raise with cable and one arm

Exercise overview

Primary muscle group: Shoulders

Exercise type: Cable

Exercise goal: Strength

Key metric: Weight

Average per rep (kg)*: 7

Average per rep (lbs)*: 16

Description: Attach a stirrup (handle) to a low cable pulley. Grasp the stirrup with one hand and step forward until the cable is pulled taut, ensuring your arm is by your side and slightly behind you. Stagger your feet for balance, placing the foot opposite to your working arm in front. Keeping your elbow slightly flexed, exhale as you raise the stirrup forward and upward in a semicircular motion until your arm is above horizontal. Hold this position for a count of two. Inhale as you slowly reverse the motion, lowering the stirrup back to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions. Switch to your opposite arm and repeat the exercise.

Exercise ID: 00230

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Exercise tips and tricks

Stabilize Your Core: Keep your core tight throughout the exercise to maintain balance and prevent any unwanted movements.
Correct Weight Selection: Start with a lighter weight to master the form before progressively increasing the load. This helps to avoid strain and ensures targeted muscle activation.
Elbow Slightly Bent: Maintain a slight bend in your elbow during the raise. This reduces the strain on your joints and maintains tension on the deltoids.
Controlled Movement: Focus on a slow and controlled movement both on the way up and down. Avoid using momentum to lift the cable, as this diminishes the effectiveness of the exercise.
Full Range of Motion: Lift the cable to shoulder height or just above. Lower it back down without letting the weights touch the stack, maintaining tension throughout the exercise.
Shoulder Position: Keep your shoulders down and back to prevent shrugging and ensure the focus remains on the front deltoid.
Breathing Technique: Exhale as you lift the cable and inhale as you lower it. Proper breathing can help in maintaining stability and performance.
Avoid Overtraining: Incorporate front raises as part of a balanced shoulder workout routine. Overtraining this exercise can lead to muscle imbalances and potential injury.

Exercise overview

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