Dumbbell Partials 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
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Partial Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise
- Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
- With a slight bend in your elbows, raise the dumbbells to the side until they are parallel to the ground.
- Hold briefly at the top, then lower the weights back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the weights too high which can lead to shoulder strain.
- Swinging the weights instead of using controlled movements.
- Not engaging the core during the exercise.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter weights
- Execute the movement while seated to support the lower back
Tips
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows to reduce strain on the joints.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the movement.
- Focus on slow and controlled movements for better muscle activation.
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
dumbbell
deltoids
muscle building
fitness