Cable bent over lateral raises

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Major muscles used

• Deltoids - Side and rear shoulders
• Trapezius

Performing bent over lateral raises (cable)

• Attach a single handle to a pulley machine from below.
• Get down on "all fours" and grip the handle with your left hand while being supported with your right hand and knees.
• Make sure your back is straight and parallel to the floor.
• Raise your left hand to slightly above shoulder height, with a slight bend in the elbows, palms facing the floor.
• Hold this position for a brief second while squeezing your shoulder muscles.
• Return to the starting position in a slow, controlled manner.

Be careful

• Don't swing your hand up or jerk the weight in an attempt to lift the weight.
• Don't use too heavy of a weight that doesn't allow you to use proper form. The weight for this exercise should be light.

Alternative exercises to bent over lateral raises

• Side raises
• Cable lateral raises
• Upright rowing (Dumbbells)

Courtesy of Global-Fitness.com, your Online Personal Trainer

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