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Cable Lateral Crossover

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The Cable Lateral Crossover mainly works the shoulders and chest, with help from the traps and back. You'll need: cable handle attachment, cable machine and single handle attachment.

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Required Equipment

Cable Handle Attachment
Cable Handle Attachment
Cable Machine
Cable Machine
Single Handle Attachment
Single Handle Attachment

Cable Lateral Crossover Muscles Worked

Primary

Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)

Secondary

Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)

How to do the Cable Lateral Crossover

  1. Start by setting the pulleys on a dual-cable machine to the low setting and select the appropriate weight. Attach a handle to each pulley.

  2. Stand in the middle of the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart, keeping a slight bend in your knees for stability.

  3. Grasp the left handle with your right hand and the right handle with your left hand. Your arms should cross in front of you, with palms facing each other.

  4. Keep a slight bend in your elbows and brace your core.

  5. Without swinging or using momentum, exhale and lift your arms out to the sides in a controlled manner, until they are parallel to the floor.

  6. Your body should form a T-shape with your arms extended out to the sides.

  7. Pause at the top of the movement for a brief moment to feel the contraction in your deltoid muscles.

  8. Inhale and slowly lower your arms back to the starting position under control.

  9. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions and sets.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements controlled and avoid jerky motions.

  • Do not use excessive weight that compromises your form.

  • Your torso should remain stationary throughout the exercise; avoid leaning or swinging to lift the weight.

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Cable Lateral Crossover FAQs

What muscles does the Cable Lateral Crossover work?

The Cable Lateral Crossover mainly works the shoulders and chest, with help from the traps and back. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid and pectoralis major.

What equipment do you need for the Cable Lateral Crossover?

Cable handle attachment, cable machine and single handle attachment.

What workout day should the Cable Lateral Crossover go on?

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

What are some Cable Lateral Crossover variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Cable Single-Arm Bent-Over Lateral Raise, Cable Lateral Cross-Over Pulldown, Cable Forward Raise and Cable Lying Upright Row.

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