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Intermediate
Lateral Dumbbell Raises
muscle building and strength
shouldersDumbbell
Instructions
- 1Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, dumbbells at sides
- 2Keep slight bend in elbows throughout movement
- 3Raise arms out to sides until parallel with floor
- 4Pause at top, focusing on shoulder contraction
- 5Lower dumbbells slowly with control
Coaching Cues
- Keep palms facing down or neutral throughout movement
- Focus on leading with elbows, not hands
- Maintain controlled tempo, avoid swinging
Common Mistakes
Using momentum to swing weights up
Fix: Reduce weight and use strict form
Raising arms too high
Fix: Stop at shoulder level to avoid strain
Breathing
Exhale when raising arms, inhale when lowering
Recommended Reps
3–4 sets of 12–15 reps
Safety Notes
- • Choose weight you can control for 12-15 reps
- • Avoid jerking movements that strain shoulders
- • Stop if you feel shoulder pain or discomfort
