12 Cable Machine Shoulder Exercises to Build Perfectly Sculpted Deltoids

By Dr. Marcus Chen, Ph.D.

May 25, 2025 at 01:01 AM

Strong, well-defined shoulders require targeted training with proper form and equipment. Cable machines offer unique advantages through constant tension and adjustable angles, making them excellent tools for shoulder development.

12 Essential Cable Shoulder Exercises:

  1. Standing Cable Shoulder Press
  • Primary target: Anterior and medial deltoids
  • Setup: Low pulley, single-handle grips
  • Key form: Stand with feet shoulder-width, press handles overhead from shoulder height

Man performing standing cable shoulder press

Man performing standing cable shoulder press

  1. Seated Cable Rear Delt Fly
  • Focus: Posterior deltoids
  • Position: Sit facing low pulley
  • Movement: Pull hands backward at 45-degree angle

Man performs seated cable rear delt

Man performs seated cable rear delt

  1. Cable Upright Row
  • Targets: Deltoids, trapezius, rhomboids
  • Technique: Pull handle up toward chin, keeping elbows high
  • Sets: 4 sets of 10-12 reps

Cable upright row exercise setup

Cable upright row exercise setup

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Key Benefits:

  • Constant tension throughout movement
  • Improved muscle isolation
  • Better control and form
  • Reduced joint stress
  • Enhanced muscle activation

For best results, perform 3-4 sets of 8-12 repetitions for each exercise, focusing on proper form and controlled movements. Rest 60-90 seconds between sets.

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