Alternating Cable Shoulder Press

Step-by-step instructions to perform Alternating Cable Shoulder Press correctly.

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Starting position of Alternating Cable Shoulder Press
Starting position of Alternating Cable Shoulder Press
Ending position of Alternating Cable Shoulder Press
Ending position of Alternating Cable Shoulder Press

The Alternating Cable Shoulder Press is a beginner strength exercise that targets the shoulders using cable. It’s great for building strength and improving overall performance.

Instructions

  1. Move the cables to the bottom of the tower and select an appropriate weight.
  2. Grasp the cables and hold them at shoulder height, palms facing forward. This will be your starting position.
  3. Keeping your head and chest up, extend through the elbow to press one side directly over head.
  4. After pausing at the top, return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.

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