Lateral Raise
Dumbbells
A controlled dumbbell raise to strengthen the sides of the shoulders.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Dumbbell
Focus
Lateral Deltoids · Rotator Cuff
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Stand tall with a slight bend in the elbows.
Raise the arms slightly forward of directly out to the sides.
Use a comfortable range without shrugging.
Lower the dumbbells slowly.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Using momentum instead of controlling the movement.
Forcing a range that changes the intended body position.
Holding the breath throughout the movement.
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