The rear delt row is a compound exercise that targets the rear deltoids and upper back muscles, including the rhomboids, trapezius, and rear deltoids. Compared to other row styles, a wider grip row pulled higher on the chest will work the rear delts more. It creates horizontal shoulder abduction combined with scapular retraction. It’s hard to say if it’s “better” … Read more
The shoulder press machine, also known as the military press machine or seated shoulder press, is a staple in gyms and fitness centres to target the deltoid muscles through vertical pressing movements. This machine eliminates the need for stabilisation, allowing you to focus entirely on the pressing motion while maintaining proper form. This machine is … Read more
The one-arm cable lateral raise is a variation of the traditional lateral raise exercise that utilises a cable machine instead of dumbbells. This exercise works the lateral (or “middle”) deltoid muscle in the shoulder. Cable machine exercises provide a steady and consistent amount of resistance throughout the whole range of motion. This can make the exercise more challenging and lead … Read more
The cable upright row is a compound exercise primarily targeting your shoulder muscles, specifically the lateral (side) deltoids. It also activates muscles in your upper back, like the trapezius (traps), and involves your biceps for assistance. The cable upright row is one of the best variations of the upright row that helps to build the … Read more
The Smith machine is often overlooked when building great shoulders, but don’t forget about it. It’s one of the best tools for building the strong, defined shoulders you’ve been wanting! Why? It provides stability and controlled movement patterns that let you focus 100% on muscle activation rather than balancing weights. In this guide, I’m sharing … Read more
You may think you’re exercising your deltoids regularly, but your shoulders aren’t getting bigger or wider. Then you are thinking, right: Include side delt exercises in your workout routine. This will help make your shoulders look bigger and rounder. Your deltoids are probably your most noticeable body part. Well-developed shoulders widen your upper body and … Read more
The most efficient workout and the most versatile tool for shoulder workout is bodyweight. Bodyweight exercises can strengthen and stabilise your shoulders at home without the need for machines, dumbbells, or barbells. The beauty of bodyweight training is that it’s the original way humans got strong, long before gyms existed. With the appropriate exercise, progressions, … Read more
When starting shoulder training, terms like “Landmine Press” and “Dumbbell Clean and Press” can seem a bit overwhelming. As a beginner, you might not be familiar with the many shoulder exercises available. It can be hard to try new workouts or understand the different routines if you don’t know the exercises’ names. But there’s no … Read more
The Plate Upright Row is a vertical pulling exercise where you lift a weight plate from your thighs up toward your chin. It primarily targets the lateral delts and upper trapezius, with secondary activation in the biceps and forearms. The primary actions are shoulder abduction (lifting the arm away from the midline) that trains lateral delts, and … Read more