Dumbbell 4 Ways Lateral Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Four-way dumbbell raise
How to: Dumbbell 4 Ways Lateral Raise
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Raise the weights to the side until your arms are parallel to the ground, keeping a slight bend in the elbows.
- Lower the weights back down and immediately raise them to the front.
- Continue to alternate between side and front raises.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too heavy weights
- Not engaging the core
- Using momentum rather than muscle strength
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows during the raise.
- Control the movement to avoid swinging the weights.
- Ensure to lift the weights to shoulder height.
Dumbbell 4 Ways Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
dumbbell
strength
deltoids
upper body
fitness