Cable shoulder press
The cable shoulder press is an exercise that targets the deltoid muscles using a cable machine. It involves pressing the handles upward while maintaining a stable core and proper posture.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to avoid arching your back.
- Press the handles straight up without locking your elbows.
- Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the movement.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- severe arthritis in the shoulder joint
Also known as
Distensioni delle spalle con cavo, cable overhead press, cable military press, shoulder press with cable