Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Cable Y-Raise, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Lateral deltoid, Lower trapezius |
| Also | Posterior deltoid |
Setup
Raise into a Y shape to hit the side delts and lower traps together.
How to do it well
- Grip low pulleys crossed in front
- Raise the arms up and out into a Y
- Squeeze at the top
Common mistakes
- Shrugging the upper traps
- Using momentum
Free programs with Cable Y-Raise
Similar exercises
- Cable Lateral Raise
- Cable Upright Row
- Arnold Press
- Band Lateral Raise
- Barbell Upright Row
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.