TRX Lateral Y-Raise
Strengthen your shoulders and back with the TRX Y-Raise! A challenging exercise targeting key muscles for improved posture and upper body strength.
The TRX Lateral Y-Raise is a compound exercise that mainly works the shoulders and traps, with help from the back. You'll need: suspension trainer.
Required Equipment
TRX Lateral Y-Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Secondary
Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Shoulder Abductor (supraspinatus)
TRX Lateral Y-Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the TRX Lateral Y-Raise
Attach the suspension trainer to a sturdy anchor point above head height.
Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the handles of the suspension trainer with an overhand grip (palms facing down).
Lean forward, extending your arms in front of you at eye level, so your body forms a straight line at an angle to the ground. This is your starting position.
With control, raise your arms out to the sides and upward in a "Y" shape while keeping your arms straight and your body rigid.
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement and pause briefly.
Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension in the suspension trainer.
Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Ensure core engagement throughout the exercise to maintain body alignment and avoid arching your back.
This exercise primarily works the shoulders and upper back, providing a powerful stimulus for muscle growth and strength. The body's angle relative to the ground can be adjusted to make the exercise more or less difficult — a lower angle (more horizontal body position) will increase the difficulty.
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TRX Lateral Y-Raise FAQs
What muscles does the TRX Lateral Y-Raise work?
The TRX Lateral Y-Raise mainly works the shoulders and traps, with help from the back. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid and trapezius.
What equipment do you need for the TRX Lateral Y-Raise?
Suspension trainer.
Is the TRX Lateral Y-Raise a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the TRX Lateral Y-Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some TRX Lateral Y-Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the TRX High Row, TRX Deltoid Y-Fly, Alternating TRX Superman and TRX ™ Arm Curl to Ear.
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