Front Cable Raise

Instructions

Select the weight on a low pulley machine and grasp the single hand cable attachment that is attached to the low pulley with your left hand.
Face away from the pulley and put your arm straight down with the hand cable attachment in front of your thighs at arms' length with the palms of the hand facing your thighs. This will be your starting position.
While maintaining the torso stationary (no swinging), lift the left arm to the front with a slight bend on the elbow and the palms of the hand always faces down. Continue to go up until you arm is slightly above parallel to the floor. Exhale as you execute this portion of the movement and pause for a second at the top.
Now as you inhale lower the arm back down slowly to the starting position.
Once all of the recommended amount of repetitions have been performed for this arm, switch arms and perform the exercise with the right one.

Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Front Cable Raise work?

Front Cable Raise primarily targets the Shoulders. This makes it an effective strength exercise for building shoulders development.

What equipment do I need for the Front Cable Raise?

You will need a cable to perform the Front Cable Raise. Make sure the equipment is set up properly and at the appropriate weight before starting.

Is the Front Cable Raise suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Front Cable Raise is a beginner-friendly exercise. Focus on proper form before adding weight or intensity. It's a great movement to include early in your training.

Is the Front Cable Raise a compound or isolation exercise?

The Front Cable Raise is an isolation exercise that focuses on a single joint and muscle group. Isolation exercises are useful for targeting specific muscles, correcting imbalances, and adding focused volume. They are typically performed after compound movements in a workout.

How many sets and reps should I do for the Front Cable Raise?

For strength, aim for 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with heavier weight. For muscle building (hypertrophy), try 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps at a moderate weight. For endurance, use lighter weight and perform 2-3 sets of 15-20 reps.

What are good alternatives to the Front Cable Raise?

Good alternatives include the Alternating Cable Shoulder Press, Alternating Deltoid Raise, Alternating Kettlebell Press. These exercises target similar muscle groups (Shoulders) and can be substituted based on available equipment or training preference.

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