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Standing Dumbbell Lateral Raise

Builds shoulder width and definition

ShouldersBeginnerStrengthRaise

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Side delts
Muscle groupShoulders
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Raise
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Stand with dumbbells at your sides
  2. Step 2: Raise arms out to the sides
  3. Step 3: Lead with elbows, stop at shoulder height
  4. Step 4: Lower with control
  5. Step 5: Repeat

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Builds shoulder width and definition

Common mistakes

Using momentum or swinging

Make it harder

Increase weight slowly

Make it easier

Use lighter weight

Breathing

Exhale on the lift

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