Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise
Sculpt strong shoulders! The Dumbbell Lateral Raise isolates deltoids for definition and strength. Controlled movements are key!
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Begin by standing straight with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides. Your palms should be facing your body.
2. Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
3. Keeping your arms slightly bent at the elbows, slowly raise the dumbbells out to your sides. Your hands should go out and up in an arc motion.
4. Continue lifting the dumbbells until your arms are parallel to the floor, with the elbows slightly lower than the wrists.
5. Pause at the top of the motion for a moment.
6. Slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
8. Ensure the movement is controlled and avoid using momentum or swinging the weights.
Tips: Choose a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with good form. Don't lock your elbows, keep them slightly bent to reduce strain on the joints. Avoid shrugging your shoulders or using other body parts to lift the weight. The focus should be on isolating the lateral deltoids. Breathe out as you lift the dumbbells and breathe in as you lower them back down. Perform the exercise in front of a mirror to monitor your form.
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