Shoulder shrugs to complete the raise
Upper trap elevates instead of medial delt lifting the arm.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Cable Shoulder Abduction
Coaching cues
- Low cable at the side; raise the arm to 90° — pure shoulder abduction
- Thumb slightly up; lead with the elbow
- Pause at shoulder height; lower under control
- Keep scapula depressed throughout — no shrug
Common faults 2
Trunk leans to the opposite side
QL and lateral trunk assist the abduction.
Overactive muscles
Quadratus lumborumTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollQuadratus lumborum↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗