How to do it
Keep your wrist straight and aligned with your forearm throughout each rep.
- 1
Stand facing away from the cable machine with the handle attached at the lowest setting.
- 2
Grasp the handle with a neutral grip (palm facing in) and stand upright with a slight bend in your knees.
- 3
With a straight arm, lift the handle up in front of you to shoulder height.
- 4
Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position.
- 5
Complete the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your core engaged and avoid using momentum to lift the weight; the movement should be slow and controlled.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the handle above shoulder height
- ✕Bending the elbow during the raise
- ✕Rotating the torso toward the cable stack