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bodyweight lateral raise while sitting on stool

Strengthens back, shoulders

BackBeginnerStrengthRaise

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: back (lats, rhomboids). 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 — get into the starting position for bodyweight lateral raise while sitting on stool.
  2. Step 2: Engage your core and set your posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control through the full range.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze the target muscles at the peak of the movement.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly to the start and repeat for the prescribed reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens back, shoulders

Common mistakes

Using momentum instead of controlled muscle engagement

Make it harder

Add a pause at the top or increase time under tension

Make it easier

Reduce range of motion or use support

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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