Dumbbell Bent Arm Laterl Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Bent Arm Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell Bent Arm Laterl Raise
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Bend your elbows slightly and raise the weights to shoulder height.
- Lower them back down slowly to the start position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the weights too high, putting strain on the shoulder.
- Using momentum instead of muscle control.
- Letting the elbows drop below shoulder level.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for added stability.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows throughout the movement.
- Keep your core engaged to avoid arching the back.
- Control the movement both when lifting and lowering the dumbbells.
Dumbbell Bent Arm Laterl Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
weightlifting
upper body
muscle growth