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Lateral Raise, Dumbbell

Type: Shoulder

The lateral raise with dumbbells is an effective exercise for developing the deltoids, and is performed by extending the arm to the side of the body with the elbow extended. Start with a light weight to perfect the technique. Below you'll find a video guide and step by step instructions that describes the correct technique for the dumbbell lateral raise exercise.

Level :

Intermediate

Equipment : Yes

	Mid Shoulders
	Mid Back Upper Shoulders

Lateral Raise, Dumbbell Steps:

Step 1:

Stand with feet shoulder width apart.

Step 2:

Hold a dumbbell in each hand and rest by your sides.

Step 3:

Adopt a neutral spine and brace the abdominals and back muscles.

Step 4:

Elbows should have a slight bend which remains fixed throughout the movement.

Step 5:

Raise your arms out to your side until both are parallel to the floor.

Step 6:

Pause briefly and lower back down to the starting position.

Top Tip:

As an alternative to dumbbells you can use cables or resistance bands
To build size and tone, limit the movement to keep the muscle under constant tension throughout the full set

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