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Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation

Cable Standing Shoulder External Rotation — movement illustration 1

This exercise targets the rotator cuff by rotating the upper arm outward against cable resistance while keeping the elbow bent and close to the side.

Equipment
Cable
Muscle groups
Back, Shoulders
Primary muscles
Back, Rotator cuff
Secondary muscles
Posterior deltoids

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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