Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | low opposing cable pulleys |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Place flat bench centrical between pulleys. With each hand grasp one of the opposing low cable pulley stirrups and sit upright on bench. Hold hands besides head, keep lower arms in vertical position and let elbows point down.Execution
Press stirrups up above head. Keep arms slightly bent. Return until hands are besides head again. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Use optional back rest to avoid potential instabilities and to support lower back. Keep back upright and place feet apart, just below knees.![Cable Shoulder Press, Seated | Starting Position Cable Shoulder Press, Seated Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/27/2827.jpg)
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![Cable Shoulder Press, Seated | Ending Position Cable Shoulder Press, Seated Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/28/2828.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Anterior |
Synergist | Deltoid, Lateral | Triceps Brachii | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Serratus Anterior |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper |
![Cable Shoulder Press, Seated | Muscles Front Cable Shoulder Press, Seated Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/1/1201.jpg)
Front
![Cable Shoulder Press, Seated | Muscles Rear Cable Shoulder Press, Seated Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/2/1202.jpg)
Rear
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