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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Shoulders

Equipment Required

Cable Machine

Experience Level

Beginner

Force Type

Push

Secondary Muscles

Triceps, Abs

Exercise Description

The cable shoulder press builds strong, defined shoulders while keeping constant tension on the muscles. It's safer than free weights and perfect for building size and strength.

How To

1. Set the cable pulleys at shoulder height and grab the handles with an overhand grip 2. Step forward slightly, feet shoulder-width apart, and bring the handles to shoulder level 3. Press the handles straight up and slightly forward until your arms are fully extended overhead 4. Lower the cable shoulder press handles back to shoulder level with control 5. Keep your core tight throughout the entire cable shoulder press movement

Form Tips

• Keep your core engaged and back straight throughout the cable shoulder press • Press up and slightly forward, not straight up to avoid shoulder impingement • Don't let the weight stack touch between reps to maintain constant tension • Control the negative - don't let the cable shoulder press weight slam down

Common Mistakes

• Arching your back too much during the cable shoulder press - this puts stress on your spine • Pressing straight up instead of slightly forward - this can cause shoulder pain • Using too much weight and losing control of the cable shoulder press movement

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