Cable Front Raise
Cable front raise isolates the anterior deltoids using a cable machine for constant tension, building shoulder strength and definition; ideal for hypertrophy in upper body workouts.
About Exercise
Equipment
Single Cable Machine
Difficulty
2/5 • Beginner
Primary Muscle Groups
Shoulders
Secondary Muscles
Shoulders, Traps, Biceps
Popularity Score
7
Goals
Training Style
Setup Requirements
Requires Rack
No
Requires Bench
No
Requires Spotter
No
Space Needed
Small
Noise Level
Low
Muscle Breakdown
View Muscle MapShoulders
10/10Anterior Delts
Chest
6/10Upper Chest
Shoulders
5/10Medial Delts
Traps
4/10Upper Traps
Biceps
3/10Programming
Typical Rep Range
8-15 reps
Rest Between Sets
60-90 seconds
How to Perform
Adjust cable pulley to lowest position and attach D-handle or straight bar. Stand facing away from machine with feet shoulder-width apart, grasping handle with overhand grip and slight elbow bend.
- Position handle at thigh level with arms extended.
- Exhale and raise handle forward to shoulder height, keeping arms nearly straight.
- Squeeze deltoids at top and hold briefly.
- Inhale and lower handle controlled back to start.
- Repeat for reps, maintaining core engagement.
Coaching Tips
Form Cues
- Lead with elbows
- Keep slight elbow bend
- Avoid swinging body
- Eyes forward
- Core tight
Breathing
Exhale during the lift and inhale during the descent while bracing your core.
Tempo
3-1-2
Range of Motion
Raise arms from thigh level to parallel with floor, avoiding elevation above shoulders.
Safety
Safety Notes
- Start with light weight
- Avoid shoulder impingement
- Keep wrists straight
- Stop if pain occurs
Spotting
Spotting not required; use machine safeties if needed.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift
- Locking elbows
- Raising above shoulder height
- Arched back
When to Avoid
- Shoulder impingement
- Recent shoulder injury
Flexibility Needed
- Shoulder flexion to 90 degrees
Build Up First
- Basic cable machine familiarity
Also known as
Cable Shoulder Front Raise, Front Delt Cable Raise, Standing Cable Raise
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