Dumbbell Seated Bent Arm Lateral raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell Seated Bent Arm Lateral raise
- Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Make sure to sit up straight with your back supporting the spine.
- Raise the dumbbells outward to shoulder height in a controlled manner, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- Hold the position at the top for a moment, then lower slowly back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting weights too fast.
- Not keeping the elbows slightly bent.
- Shrugging the shoulders instead of isolating the deltoids.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you struggle to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your elbows slightly bent during the raise to avoid joint strain.
- Perform the movement slowly to maintain tension in the shoulders.
- Engage your core for better stability.
Dumbbell Seated Bent Arm Lateral raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
dumbbell
upper body
fitness