Shoulder shrugs during raise
Upper trap initiates instead of medial delt.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Cable Lateral Raise
Coaching cues
- Low pulley at the side; cross-body grip
- Slight forward lean; lead with elbow — not the wrist
- Raise to shoulder height only; pause
- Lower under constant cable tension — 3 seconds down
Common faults 2
Arm raised past shoulder height
Upper trap dominates above 90°; impingement risk.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchUpper trap stretch↗