Kettlebell Single-Arm Lateral Raise
Sculpt strong shoulders with Kettlebell Single-Arm Lateral Raises! A challenging variation for building deltoid strength and stability.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in each hand with your arms hanging at your sides. Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise.
2. Brace your core and maintain an upright posture with your chest out and shoulders back.
3. Slowly lift the kettlebells out to your sides, keeping the elbows slightly bent, until your arms are parallel to the floor.
4. Focus on raising the weights using the strength of your side deltoids rather than swinging them up with momentum.
5. Hold the top position briefly, then slowly lower the kettlebells back down to the starting position with control.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring you maintain proper form throughout the set.
Tips: Avoid jerking or using momentum, as this can lead to injury and reduces the effectiveness of the exercise. Start with a lighter weight to master technique before increasing weight. Keep movements controlled and smooth to maximize muscle engagement and reduce the risk of injury. Do not lift your arms above parallel to the floor to prevent excess strain on the shoulder joints. Make sure to breathe steadily throughout the exercise, exhaling as you lift the kettlebells and inhaling as you lower them.
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