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90 Degree Lateral Raise with Dumbbells

Lateral raise with a 90-degree elbow bend that reduces momentum and increases side-delt isolation.

ShouldersBeginnerStrengthRaise

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: lateral delts. Secondary: shoulders
Muscle groupShoulders
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Raise
Sets & reps4 sets × 12-15 reps
Estimated calories burned~22 kcal

How to do it

  1. Stand holding dumbbells with elbows bent at 90 degrees.
  2. Raise the arms out to the sides until the upper arms are parallel to the floor.
  3. Pause briefly, then lower under control.
  4. Keep the core braced.
  5. Complete 4 sets of 12-15 reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Lateral raise with a 90-degree elbow bend that reduces momentum and increases side-delt isolation.

Common mistakes

Avoid swinging or shrugging the shoulders.

Make it harder

Increase weight or slow the eccentric.

Make it easier

Use lighter dumbbells.

Breathing

Exhale as you raise, inhale as you lower.

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