Exercise technique

band front lateral raise

The band front lateral raise is a shoulder exercise that targets the deltoid muscles. Using a resistance band, you lift your arms straight in front of you, working the shoulders and upper back.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the band in front of your thighs with your palms facing down.
  2. Keep your arms straight and lift the band up in front of you until your arms are parallel to the ground.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the band back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Traps, Upper back.

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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