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External Rotation with Cable

Cable Shoulders

The External Rotation with Cable is a strength movement that targets your shoulders. Here's how to do it with clean form.

How to do the External Rotation with Cable

  1. Set the cable pulley to elbow height and stand sideways to the stack.
  2. Keep your elbow pinned at your side at 90° throughout the set.
  3. Rotate your forearm away from the cable to the end range, then return with control.
  4. Don't let your shoulder shrug or your elbow drift forward.

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