Exercise technique

dumbbell lateral raise

The dumbbell lateral raise is an isolation exercise that targets the deltoid muscles, particularly the lateral (side) head. It is commonly used to build shoulder width and strength.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body.
  2. Keep your back straight and engage your core.
  3. Raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Traps.

Which programs include it?

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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