This exercise involves holding dumbbells in each hand and lifting them out to the side, alternating between left and right arms. It primarily targets the shoulders and can help improve overall upper body strength and posture.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the lateral deltoid muscles, which are responsible for shoulder abduction and help create a wider shoulder appearance
- Improves shoulder stability and mobility
- Can be done with light weights, making it a great exercise for beginners or those with shoulder injuries
- Can be easily modified by changing the weight or angle of the raise to increase or decrease difficulty
- Helps to balance out the upper body and prevent muscle imbalances
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- Keep your arms straight and lift one dumbbell out to the side until it reaches shoulder height.
- Lower the dumbbell back down to your side and repeat with the other arm.
- Continue alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.
- Make sure to keep your core engaged and avoid swinging your body to lift the weights.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Upper Back
Primary
Shoulder
Primary