Exercise guide

Standing Cable Shoulder Press

The Standing Cable Shoulder Press targets the shoulders and triceps by pressing upward against constant cable resistance.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Standing Cable Shoulder Press

  1. 01

    Attach handles to two low cable pulleys.

  2. 02

    Stand between the cables and bring the handles to shoulder height.

  3. 03

    Keep your palms facing forward and elbows bent.

  4. 04

    Brace your core and press the handles upward overhead.

  5. 05

    Fully extend your arms without locking aggressively.

  6. 06

    Lower the handles slowly back to shoulder level.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your core tight to prevent arching
  • Press in a straight vertical path
  • Control the lowering phase to maintain tension
Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Standing Cable Shoulder Press work?

The Standing Cable Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders. Supporting muscles include Triceps.

Is the Standing Cable Shoulder Press a compound or isolation exercise?

The Standing Cable Shoulder Press is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Standing Cable Shoulder Press?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Standing Cable Shoulder Press?

The Standing Cable Shoulder Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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