Shoulders
Cable pull
Cable y-raises
Y-raises for rear/side delts and lower traps.
Setup
Set both cables to the lowest position and attach single handles.
Stand in the center and grab crosswise (right hand left, left hand right).
Lean slightly forward, back neutral, chest open.
Arms almost straight, elbows minimally bent.
Core tight, pull shoulder blades actively down.
Execution
Raise both arms diagonally up and out into a Y position, thumbs pointing up.
Initiate movement from the rear/lateral shoulder and lower trapezius.
Hold briefly at the top, pulling shoulder blades down.
Return to the starting position in a controlled manner, maintaining tension.
Breathing: Exhale when lifting, inhale when returning.
