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, Trapezius Upper Fibers, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- One Arm Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise
- Stand upright with a dumbbell in one hand at your side.
- With a slight bend in your elbow, raise your arm out to the side until it is parallel to the ground.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the dumbbell too high or too low.
- Leaning to the side instead of maintaining an upright posture.
- Not controlling the weight on the way down.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated to maintain balance.
Tips
- Keep a slight bend in your elbow throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
upper body
strength
dumbbell
isolation