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cable one arm lateral bent-over

cable one arm lateral bent-over is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing a cable machine.

Step 2. Grasp the handle with one hand and step back to create tension on the cable.

Step 3. Bend forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.

Step 4. Extend your arm out to the side, parallel to the ground, with a slight bend in your elbow.

Step 5. Slowly bring your arm back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

deltoidstrapezius

Primary body parts

chest

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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