Dumbbell One Arm Lateral 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
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- One Arm Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart holding a dumbbell in one hand.
- Keep your other hand on your hip or your side.
- With a slight bend in your elbow, raise the dumbbell out to the side until your arm is parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment, then lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Using too heavy of a weight.
- Lifting the arm higher than shoulder level.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if you are a beginner.
- Perform seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Focus on lifting with your shoulder rather than your arm.
- Avoid using momentum; control the weight as you raise and lower.
Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoid
medium intensity
dumbbell
upper body