Cable Diagonal Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Cable Diagonal Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cable Diagonal Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand with your left side facing a low cable pulley, feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Reach across your body with your right hand and grasp the D-handle, keeping your arm extended and pointing towards the pulley.
- 3
Keeping your arm mostly straight, raise the handle diagonally upwards and across your body.
- 4
Continue the movement until your arm is extended at shoulder height or slightly above, with your hand roughly above your left shoulder.
- 5
Slowly and with control, lower the handle back to the starting position, resisting the pull of the cable.
Secondary Muscles
While Cable Diagonal Raise primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Cable Diagonal Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Cable Diagonal Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
