Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation

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Learn how to do the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation with proper form and technique. This cable exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Rotator Cuff, Trapezius.

Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation

Follow these steps to perform the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
  2. 2Hold the cable handle with your arm extended in front of you, parallel to the ground.
  3. 3Keep your elbow slightly bent and your shoulder blades pulled back.
  4. 4Slowly rotate your arm outward, away from your body, while keeping your elbow in the same position.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

rotator cufftrapezius

Exercise Details

Equipment
cable
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation work?

The Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Rotator Cuff, Trapezius. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation?

The Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation requires cable. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.. Hold the cable handle with your arm extended in front of you, parallel to the ground. Keep your elbow slightly bent and your shoulder blades pulled back. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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