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Single-Arm Cable Lateral Raise
Cable · Isolation · Isolation
Lateral Deltoid Supraspinatus
Default prescription & biomechanics
- Primary muscles
- Lateral Deltoid
- Secondary muscles
- Supraspinatus
- Equipment
- Cable
- Movement pattern
- Isolation (Push force)
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Working rep range
- 12-15 reps per set
- Between-set interval
- 60 seconds rest
- Intensity & MET
- Moderate (3.8 MET)
Step-by-step coaching cues
- Set the pulley at wrist height for the best resistance profile across the entire range.
- Sweep your arm outward in the scapular plane to shoulder height.
- Pause briefly at the top and control the cable all the way across your body.
Joint & safety considerations
No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Single-Arm Cable Lateral Raise. Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.
From the RepLogic biomechanical library (177 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.