Dumbbell Lateral Raise Plank Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Core
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body Part
Waist
Primary Muscle
Core
Secondary Muscles
Deltoids, Obliques
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Dumbbell Side Plank Raise

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Dumbbell Lateral Raise Plank

  1. Start in a plank position with a dumbbell in your right hand.
  2. Engage your core and keep your body straight.
  3. Lift the dumbbell towards the ceiling while rotating your torso slightly.
  4. Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position and repeat.
  5. Make sure to switch sides after completing the desired repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Lifting the weights too quickly, losing form.
  • Letting the hips sag or rise too high.
  • Not engaging the core.

Modifications

  • Knee plank variation for reduced intensity.
  • Lighter dumbbells to start if you're new to the movement.

Tips

  • Keep your body in a straight line from head to feet.
  • Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.
  • Perform the raise slowly to focus on control and avoid injury.

Tags

core
strength
shoulders
plank
dumbbell
stability

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