Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation (male)

Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Kneel down next to the cable system with the cable at your side at about the elevation of your lower ribs
  • 2Hold the handle with your closest arm, elbow bent at 90 degrees
  • 3Rotate your arm outward, away from your torso, maintaining the 90-degree bend at your elbow
  • 4Slowly return your arm to the original position
  • 5Repeat the exercise with the same arm before switching to the other

Tips:

  • Keep your elbow close to your body throughout the exercise
  • Focus on the rotation of the shoulder rather than the movement of the arm
  • Maintain a straight back and tight core
  • Control the motion during both the outward and inward phase

Cable Kneeling Shoulder External Rotation Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs