Lateral Raise
deltoids
trapezius
dumbbell

Setup
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with palms facing in.
How to perform
- Raise the dumbbells out to your sides until your arms are parallel to the floor.
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control.
Form cues
- Keep your chest up and core engaged.
- Lead with the elbows.
- Avoid using momentum.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the weights too high, past shoulder level.
- Using body swing to lift the weight.
- Bending the elbows too much, turning it into a curl.