Equipmentcable
Difficultyintermediate
deltsshoulders
Cable Shoulder Press
The cable shoulder press is a compound exercise targeting the deltoid muscles using a cable machine. It involves pressing handles overhead from shoulder height, engaging the shoulders, triceps, and upper back.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Adjust the cable machine so that the handles are at shoulder height.
- 2.Stand facing away from the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3.Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and bring them up to shoulder level, with your elbows bent and pointing outwards.
- 4.Press the handles upwards until your arms are fully extended overhead.
- 5.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the handles back down to shoulder level.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
tricepsupper back
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