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Dumbbell Lateral Raise
An isolation movement targeting the lateral deltoid for shoulder width.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- lateral deltoid · anterior deltoid
- Goals
- hypertrophy
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Stand holding dumbbells at your sides.
- Raise the dumbbells out to the sides until arms are parallel to the floor.
- Lower under control.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Slight bend in the elbows.
- Lead with your elbows, not your hands.