Cable Standing Shoulder Press

The Cable Standing Shoulder Press is a shoulder-strengthening exercise that uses constant cable tension while engaging the core for stability. Pressing from a standing position promotes balanced shoulder development and functional strength.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Shoulders muscle illustration
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How to

How to do the Cable Standing Shoulder Press

  1. 01

    Set the cable handles to shoulder height.

  2. 02

    Stand facing away from the machine in a staggered stance.

  3. 03

    Hold the handles at shoulder level with elbows bent.

  4. 04

    Brace your core and keep your chest tall.

  5. 05

    Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended overhead.

  6. 06

    Slowly lower the handles back to shoulder height.

  7. 07

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Avoid arching your lower back during the press.
  • Use moderate weight to maintain control.
  • Keep the movement smooth and steady.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing Shoulder Press work?

The Cable Standing Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders. Supporting muscles include Abs.

Is the Cable Standing Shoulder Press a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Standing Shoulder Press is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing Shoulder Press?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Shoulder Press?

The Cable Standing Shoulder Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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