Cable Front Raise
The Cable Front Raise is an isolation exercise that targets the anterior deltoids using the constant tension of a cable machine. By lifting the weight forward and up in a controlled arc, this movement builds front shoulder strength and definition.
Since anterior deltoids are heavily recruited during bench and overhead pressing, Iridium calculates your 7-day pushing volume to determine if you have sufficient recovery capacity for this isolation movement. The system uses per-muscle recovery data to ensure adding this accessory work keeps your front delt volume within evidence-based landmarks like Maximum Recoverable Volume.
Form Cues
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows
- Lift the handle to shoulder height
- Lower the weight slowly and under control
- Brace your core to maintain stability
- Don't swing your hips to generate momentum
- Don't lean backward as you lift
- Don't shrug your shoulders toward your ears
- Don't lift the handle above eye level
- Don't lock your elbows completely straight
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive momentum
- Lifting the weight too high
- Shrugging the traps
- Arching the lower back
- Rushing the lowering phase
Muscles Worked
This exercise primarily isolates the anterior deltoid, the front portion of the shoulder responsible for arm flexion. The cable machine provides constant tension throughout the entire range of motion, challenging the muscle fibers more consistently than free weights, while the forearms work secondarily to maintain a firm grip.
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