How do you perform this exercise?
- Adjust the cable machine so that the handles are at shoulder height.
- Stand facing away from the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and bring them up to shoulder level, with your elbows bent and pointing outwards.
- Press the handles upwards until your arms are fully extended overhead.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the handles back down to shoulder level.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Which other muscles are involved?
Triceps, Upper back.
Which programs include it?
How do you log your sets?
How do you track progressive overload?Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.
