Cable standing shoulder external rotation
The cable standing shoulder external rotation is an exercise that targets the deltoids, specifically the posterior deltoid, and the rotator cuff muscles. It involves standing with a cable machine set at elbow height, holding the handle with the working arm, and rotating the shoulder externally while keeping the elbow fixed at a 90-degree angle.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your elbow fixed at a 90-degree angle.
- Avoid using too much weight to prevent shoulder strain.
- Perform the movement slowly and with control.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff injury
- Severe shoulder arthritis
Also known as
Rotazione esterna della spalla in piedi con cavo, cable external rotation, shoulder external rotation, cable shoulder exercise