Dumbbell lateral raise

Dumbbell lateral raise. Train shoulders with a controlled range. Choose a load that allows stable technique throughout the set.

Level

Basic

Equipment

Dumbbells

Measure

reps

Tempo

2-1-1-0 (down, pause, up, pause)

Technique

1. Keep elbows softly bent and shoulders relaxed.
2. Raise arms slightly in front of the torso plane.
3. Stop around shoulder height and lower slowly.

Common mistakes

• Throwing the weights up with your hips.
• Continuing to raise through shoulder pain.