Exercises

Lateral Raise

deltoids
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dumbbell
Lateral Raise illustration

Setup

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with palms facing in.

How to perform

  1. Raise the dumbbells out to your sides until your arms are parallel to the floor.
  2. Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
  3. 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.

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