Exercise Lab

Horizontal External Shoulder Rotation

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Equipment

  • Cable Column

Muscle Groups

  • Shoulders

Purposes

  • Strengthening of the rotator cuff muscles.

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Description

  • Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulders with apart.
  • Grip handles tightly with both hands and extend your arms in front of you.
  • Pull the cable towards your head and bring your elbows outward.
  • Return to starting position.

ProTip

  • Keep your elbows elevated through the movement.

Mistakes

  • Dropping your elbows as you pull the cable towards your head.