Trunk rotates to assist
Body twists to help the diagonal lift; delt loses the load.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesLatissimus dorsi
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Low-to-High Cable Raise (Diagonal)
Coaching cues
- Low pulley; arm extended; raise diagonally across the body
- Targets the anterior delt and upper pec in a diagonal plane
- Pause at the top; feel the front shoulder contract
- Lower under control — resist the cable
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs at the top
Upper trap elevates instead of anterior delt contracting.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗