cable alternate shoulder press
cable alternate shoulder press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grasp the handles of the cable machine with an overhand grip.
Step 2
Position your hands at shoulder height, with your palms facing forward.
Step 3
Keep your core engaged and your back straight.
Step 4
Press one handle up and forward until your arm is fully extended.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the handle back to the starting position.
Step 6
Repeat with the other arm.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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