Dumbbell Seated 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
- Alternate Names
- Lateral Raise
How to: Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise
- Sit on a bench or a sturdy chair with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Raise the dumbbells out to the sides until they reach shoulder height.
- Slowly lower them back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight leading to bad form.
- Swinging the weights instead of controlled lifts.
- Not maintaining proper posture.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench for extra support.
Tips
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise.
- Maintain a straight back and avoid leaning to the sides.
- Lift the dumbbells to shoulder height for maximum effectiveness.
Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
dumbbell
lateral raise
upper body