Cable Rear Drive
Isolate and strengthen your rear deltoids with the Cable Rear Drive! Improve shoulder stability and definition with this controlled exercise.
The Cable Rear Drive mainly works the shoulders, with help from the triceps, back and traps. You'll need: single handle attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment
Cable Rear Drive Muscles Worked
Primary
Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)
Secondary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Cable Rear Drive Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Rear Drive
Stand facing away from a cable machine with the pulley set to the lowest position.
Grip a single-handle attachment in your right hand with a neutral grip (palm facing behind you).
Step forward with your left foot into a staggered stance for stability.
With a straight right arm, bring the handle up and across your body to the front at shoulder level.
Your torso should be slightly rotated to the left with your left arm reaching out for balance.
Focus on using your rear deltoid to drive the movement as your arm extends fully.
Pause at the top of the movement, squeezing the posterior deltoid.
Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Perform the prescribed number of reps.
Switch to the left hand and repeat steps 2-9.<br>Ensure that you use a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with proper form and complete control. Avoid using momentum and keep the movement slow and steady to maximally engage the target muscles.
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Cable Rear Drive FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Rear Drive work?
The Cable Rear Drive mainly works the shoulders, with help from the triceps, back and traps. The main muscles are the posterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Rear Drive?
Single handle attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Rear Drive go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Rear Drive variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable Reverse 45-Degree Fly, Cable Half Kneeling Face Pull, Cable Reverse Cross-Over Fly and Cable Forward Raise.
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