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Cable lateral raise: how to do it
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Handle in front of your hip
Starting position
Stand side-on to a low cable, grip the handle with your outer hand and hold your arm in front of your hip.
The movement
Raise your outer arm to the side until shoulder height, then lower the handle with control in front of your hip.
Most common mistake
Don't shrug your shoulder toward your ear, keep it down and raise your arm slowly without swinging.
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