SHOULDERS · ISOLATION
Dumbbell Shoulder Lateral Raise
A controlled dumbbell raise targeting the lateral shoulder.
Primary musclesSide delts
Secondary musclesUpper traps
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner · Shoulder Abduction
How to perform
- Stand tall with dumbbells at your sides.
- Raise the arms outward with a soft elbow bend.
- Lower slowly without swinging the torso.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the side delts as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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