Lateral raise
Also called side raise, dumbbell lateral raise
- Works
- Side of the shoulder · lateral deltoid
- Needs
- Dumbbells
Setup
Stand with feet hip-width apart. Hold a light dumbbell in each hand by your sides. Bend your elbows a little.
Steps
- Lift the dumbbells out to the sides.
- Stop when your hands reach shoulder height.
- Lower them slowly to your sides.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In the side of your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the body to lift the weight.
- Shrugging the shoulders up toward the ears.
- Lifting the hands above shoulder height.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.