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bodyweight hand tension bent arm lateral raise

Strengthens back, shoulders

BackBeginnerStrengthRaise

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: back. Secondary: biceps, rear delts
Muscle groupBack
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Raise
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup for bodyweight hand tension bent arm lateral raise.
  2. Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens back, shoulders

Common mistakes

Using momentum or losing form

Make it harder

Increase load or slow tempo

Make it easier

Reduce load or range of motion

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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