Cable Front Raise
Build stronger shoulders with Cable Front Raises! Sculpt definition and improve your front deltoid strength using consistent controlled movements.
The Cable Front Raise mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the back and traps. You'll need: cable handle attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment
Cable Front Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Cable Front Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Front Raise
Stand facing away from the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart. Select the appropriate weight on the cable machine and attach a handle to the low pulley.
Grasp the handle with one hand using an overhand grip and let your arm hang straight down with a slight bend at the elbow to protect the joint. This will be your starting position.
With a slight bend in your elbow, lift your arm straight in front of you at shoulder height, keeping your body steady and avoiding swinging the weight up.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement when your arm is parallel to the floor.
Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Cable Front Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Front Raise work?
The Cable Front Raise mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Front Raise?
Cable handle attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Front Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Front Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable Single-Arm Front Raise, Cable Seated Front Press, Cable Standing Y-Raise Version II and Cable Forward Raise.
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