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Lateral raise
The main exercise for the side of the shoulder, which gives width. Light and strict wins.
- Starting point
- Muscles worked
- Side shoulders
- Equipment
- Dumbbells or cable
How to do it
- 1
Stand tall with a light dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- 2
Lean forward slightly and keep a soft bend in your elbows.
- 3
Raise your arms out to the side until your hands reach shoulder height.
- 4
Pause briefly, then lower slowly.
What to think about
- “Lead with the elbows”
- “Reach out, not up”
- “Shoulders away from the ears”
Common mistakes
- Swinging the weight up
- Shrugging with the traps
- Going too heavy