Band Lateral Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Lateral Raise with Band
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Band Lateral Raise
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the band with both hands at your sides.
- Step on the band to create tension.
- With a slight bend in your elbows, raise your arms out to the side until they are parallel to the floor.
- Hold for a moment, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting arms too high above shoulder level.
- Using momentum instead of muscle control.
- Poor posture leading to back strain.
Modifications
- Perform the movement seated if standing is uncomfortable.
- Reduce the range of motion if full arm movement is challenging.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid swinging the arms; focus on controlled lifting and lowering.
- Start with a light resistance band to master the form before advancing.
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Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
upper body
beginner
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