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Cable Front Raise guide
The Cable Front Raise is a beginner-level isolation cable exercise that primarily targets the Front Deltoid (Anterior). Set up with a braced, stable base, move through a full range of motion under control, and progressively add weight or reps over time to keep getting stronger.
What muscles does the cable front raise work?
The Cable Front Raise primarily trains the Front Deltoid (Anterior), with the shoulders as the target group. Train it as part of a balanced shoulders routine.
How do you do the cable front raise?
To do the Cable Front Raise: set up at the cable with a stable, braced position — feet planted and core tight; take a grip or stance that lets your shoulders drive the movement through its full range of motion; lower under control, then drive back to the start, keeping tension on the front deltoid (anterior); avoid momentum, breathe through each rep, and stop 1–2 reps short of failure on most working sets.
- Set up at the cable with a stable, braced position — feet planted and core tight.
- Take a grip or stance that lets your shoulders drive the movement through its full range of motion.
- Lower under control, then drive back to the start, keeping tension on the front deltoid (anterior).
- Avoid momentum, breathe through each rep, and stop 1–2 reps short of failure on most working sets.
What are the most common cable front raise mistakes?
- Using momentum or bouncing instead of controlled tension.
- Cutting the range of motion short to move more weight.
- Adding load before the current weight is clean for every rep.
Cable Front Raise alternatives
Cable Front Raise FAQ.
What muscles does the Cable Front Raise work?
The Cable Front Raise primarily targets the Front Deltoid (Anterior), training the Shoulders as the main muscle group.
Is the Cable Front Raise a compound or isolation exercise?
The Cable Front Raise is an isolation exercise — it focuses on one muscle, which is useful for targeting and bringing up weak points.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Front Raise?
You need a cable. Difficulty is rated beginner.
What are good alternatives to the Cable Front Raise?
Good shoulders alternatives include Overhead Press, Dumbbell Shoulder Press, Lateral Raise.
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