How to do it
Distribute your weight evenly across both feet throughout each lateral rep.
- 1
Attach a single handle to a high pulley cable machine and select the desired weight.
- 2
Stand side-on to the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Grasp the handle with the hand closest to the machine, keeping your arm straight.
- 4
Keep your hips and legs stationary as you bend your torso to the side away from the machine.
- 5
Return to the upright position with control.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Perform the movement slowly and with control, avoiding any jerky motions or bending too far to the side.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hips shifting laterally during the bend
- ✕Rotating the torso during the lateral bend
- ✕Bending the straight arm to assist the pull