Standing Cable Y Raise
From the low pulleys, sweep both handles up and out into a Y above the head.
How to do it
Setup
Low pulleys, cables crossed, handles at the hips; stand tall.
Steps
- Sweep both arms up and out into a Y overhead.
- Lead with the thumbs, blades gliding down and in.
- Lower along the same lines with tension.
Common mistakes
Shrugging into the ears: the LOWER traps work when the blades stay down. Arching the back to finish: ribs down. Heavy stacks: this is a precision move; light and long.
Breathing
Exhale sweeping up, inhale lowering.
