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Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation

Strengthen your rotator cuffs! Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation improves shoulder stability and reduces injury risk. Do it right, feel the burn!

The Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. You'll need: single handle attachment or cable machine.

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Required Equipment

Cable Machine
Cable Machine
Single Handle Attachment
Single Handle Attachment

Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation Muscles Worked

Primary

Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus); Small Rotator (teres minor)

How to do the Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation

  1. Attach a handle to a low pulley on a cable machine and set the appropriate weight.

  2. Kneel next to the machine with one knee on the ground (the side closest to the machine) and the other leg positioned at a 90-degree angle for support.

  3. Grasp the handle with the hand that's farthest from the machine, keeping your elbow at a 90-degree angle close to your side.

  4. While maintaining a stable torso and keeping your elbow tucked into your side, rotate your arm outward, pulling the handle away from the machine.

  5. Continue rotating your arm until your hand is in line with your shoulder or as far as your range of motion allows comfortably without displacing your elbow.

  6. Slowly return the handle to the starting position, controlling the weight with your shoulder and rotator cuff muscles.

  7. Perform the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides and repeat with the opposite arm.

Tips: Engage your core and keep your spine neutral throughout the movement. Focus on using your shoulder muscles to rotate your arm rather than using momentum. Adjust the weight so that each repetition can be performed with good form and without pain. Breathe out as you rotate your arm outward and inhale as you return to the starting position. If you feel any pain or discomfort in your shoulder joint, decrease the weight or consult a professional for guidance on proper form.

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Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation FAQs

What muscles does the Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation work?

The Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the infraspinatus and teres minor.

What equipment do you need for the Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation?

Single handle attachment or cable machine.

What workout day should the Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation go on?

It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Lying Shoulder External Rotation, Cable Half Kneeling External Rotation Press, Pregnancy Reverse Lunge with Half-Kneeling Pallof-Press and Cable Kneeling Shoulder Internal Rotation.

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