How to do the cable lateral raise

Step by step

1. Set the pulleys of a double cable machine in the lowest position and attach handles.
2. Select the appropriate weight on both stacks.
3. Walk to the left and grab the handle with your right hand.
4. Walk to the right and grab the other handle with your left hand.
5. Stand in the middle with your arms straight and your hands in front of your hips.
6. Engage your abs, retract your shoulder blades, and breathe in.
7. Raise both arms to your sides in one fluid motion, going up until your shoulders, elbows, and wrists align. Exhale at the top.
8. Lower your arms as you breathe in.

Muscles worked

Sets and reps

Pick the row that matches your goal. Add weight or reps once every set feels controlled, and log each set so you can see the trend.

Programs that use the cable lateral raise

• Bro Split3 × 15
• PPL Advanced4 × 15
• 6-Week Back Builder3 × 15
• Hourglass4 × 15
• V-Taper Aesthetic3 × 15
• Arnold Split4 × 15

Track your progress

Repto shows what you lifted on your last session for every set, suggests your next weight, and starts the rest timer when you tick the set. Your estimated 1-rep max and volume for each exercise are charted over time.