Leaning Cable Lateral Raise: How-to, Tips & More
The Leaning Cable Lateral Raise is a intermediate isolation exercise for your shoulders. You do it with cable machine and single handle, one side at a time. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Muscles worked
Shoulders
Primary
How to do the Leaning Cable Lateral Raise
- Hold a pole beside a low pulley and lean away from it.
- Hold the handle in your far hand in front of your hips.
- Raise it out to the side to shoulder height.
- Lower slowly, then switch sides after the set.
Leaning Cable Lateral Raise tips
- Leaning gives more tension at the start of the rep.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 12 to 20 reps per set, and 12 to 20 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles. You can finish with a drop set when you want extra volume.
Equipment
Cable machine, Single handle
Type
Isolation
Leaning Cable Lateral Raise alternatives
More shoulders exercises
Band Lateral Raise
Resistance band
Barbell Upright Row
Barbell
Cable Upright Row
Cable machine
Dumbbell Upright Row
Dumbbells
Leaning Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Dumbbells
Seated Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Dumbbells
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Leaning Cable Lateral Raise work?
The Leaning Cable Lateral Raise mainly works your shoulders.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 12 to 20 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 12 to 20 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Leaning Cable Lateral Raise good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate, so it is better to build a base with simpler movements first and add it when your technique is solid.
What equipment do I need for the Leaning Cable Lateral Raise?
You need cable machine and single handle.
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