Shoulder Abduction Machine

Muscles Worked

Primary

Shoulders

Quick Cues

1

Adjust pads to shoulders

2

Raise to shoulder height

3

Control the descent

4

Keep core engaged

Equipment Needed

Shoulder Abduction Machine

Common Mistakes

Not adjusting the pad height

Using momentum instead of controlled movement

Lifting beyond the recommended range

Pro Tips

Adjust the seat so the axis of rotation matches your shoulder joint

Raise to about 90 degrees and hold briefly

Use a controlled negative to maximize time under tension

Your Progress

Variations

Machine Lateral Raise

Dumbbell Lateral Raise

Cable Lateral Raise