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Beginner
Lateral Raise
Build side delt width and shoulder caps
shouldersDumbbells
Instructions
- 1Stand with dumbbells at sides, palms facing body
- 2Keep slight bend in elbows throughout
- 3Raise arms out to sides until parallel to floor
- 4Pause briefly at top
- 5Lower with control to starting position
Coaching Cues
- Lead with elbows, not hands
- Keep slight bend in elbows
- Do not go above shoulder height
- Control the negative phase
- Think about pouring water from pitchers
Common Mistakes
Going too heavy
Fix: Use lighter weight for strict form
Using momentum
Fix: Strict controlled movement only
Raising above parallel
Fix: Stop at shoulder height
Straight arms
Fix: Keep slight bend in elbows
Breathing
Exhale as you raise, inhale as you lower
Recommended Reps
3-4 sets of 10-20 reps
Safety Notes
- • Start light to master form
- • Control movement at all times
- • Stop if shoulder hurts
