How to perform the Cable Y-Raise
- 1Stand sideways to a low cable with the handle in the hand farthest from the machine, cable running in front of your body, feet about hip-width, and keep a small bend in your elbow and knees. Stand tall, pull your shoulders down and back, and keep your chest open while facing straight ahead.
- 2Raise your arm out to the side in a wide arc until your hand is about shoulder height, exhaling as you lift, then slowly lower it back down with control while inhaling. Keep your body still (no swinging) and focus on using your shoulder to move the weight, not your neck or back.
Coach tips
- Use a light to moderate weight so you can lift smoothly without leaning or jerking your body. Keep your wrist straight and your elbow slightly bent the whole time so the tension stays on your shoulder. Think about lifting your elbow up rather than your hand to better feel the side of your shoulder working.
Train shoulders smarter
One rep, one set. Hypro turns the Cable Y-Raise into measurable progress, week after week.
The right weight, every set
Hypro suggests your next Cable Y-Raise weight and reps based on what you actually lifted, your rest, and your fatigue. Choose weight-first or reps-first. The more you log, the sharper it gets.
See exactly how much shoulders you train each week
Every set you log counts toward weekly volume per muscle group. Spot imbalances, avoid junk volume, and program the same way IFBB Pros do.
Use this exercise inside an IFBB Pro plan
Pick a coach-made program, get a plan matched to your goals, and message your coach for form checks. The Cable Y-Raise fits right into proven hypertrophy and strength templates.
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