Cable Leaning Lateral Raise

enums.exercise_tag.STRENGTH

exercise_detail.body_part: enums.body_part.SHOULDERS

exercise_detail.description

The Cable Leaning Lateral Raise is an isolation exercise targeting the lateral deltoid muscles. It involves using a cable machine to provide constant tension throughout the movement, enhancing muscle engagement and development.

exercise_detail.how_to_perform

Set the cable machine to the lowest setting and attach a single handle.
Stand sideways to the machine, grasping the handle with the hand furthest from the machine.
Step away from the machine and lean slightly towards it, maintaining a stable stance.
With a slight bend in your elbow, raise your arm laterally until it is parallel to the floor.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the handle back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch sides.

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exercise_detail.tips

Keep your core engaged to maintain stability throughout the exercise.
Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements for maximum muscle activation.
Maintain a slight bend in your elbow to reduce stress on the joint.
Ensure your shoulder does not shrug upwards during the lift; keep it down and relaxed.
Breathe out as you lift the weight and inhale as you lower it back down.

exercise_detail.common_mistakes

Using too much weight, causing momentum to take over and reducing muscle activation.
Leaning too far away from the cable, which shifts focus away from the target muscles.
Raising the arm too high, leading to shoulder impingement risk.
Allowing the wrist to bend, causing strain and reducing effectiveness.
Failing to maintain a slight bend in the elbow, which can stress the joints.
Neglecting to engage the core, resulting in poor balance and control.
Lifting the shoulder instead of isolating the deltoid, reducing exercise effectiveness.
Dropping the arm too quickly on the eccentric phase, losing tension on the muscle.