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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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