Cable Forward Raise
Sculpt strong shoulders with Cable Forward Raises! Isolate & strengthen your front deltoids effectively.
The Cable Forward Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, back and traps. You'll need: single handle attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment
Cable Forward Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Cable Forward Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Forward Raise
Set up the cable machine with a low pulley and attach a single-grip handle.
Stand facing away from the machine, grabbing the handle with one hand using an overhand grip (palm facing down).
Take a step forward so that there is tension on the cable. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart to maintain balance.
Keep a slight bend in your elbow throughout the exercise – this will prevent unnecessary strain on your elbow joint.
Exhale and slowly raise the handle upward in front of you until your arm is slightly higher than parallel to the floor. Keep your torso stationary; the movement should only occur at the shoulder joint.
Hold the top position for a brief moment, then inhale as you slowly lower the handle back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Complete the desired number of repetitions and then switch arms.
Be sure to adjust the weight on the machine to suit your fitness level, and avoid using momentum to lift the weight; keep the movement controlled at all times. It's also important to keep your core engaged during the exercise to support your lower back.
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Cable Forward Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Forward Raise work?
The Cable Forward Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, back and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Forward Raise?
Single handle attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Forward Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Forward Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable Lateral Leaning Raise, Cable Single-Arm Front Raise, Cable Side-Lying Single-Arm Lateral Raise and Cable Standing Y-Raise.
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