This exercise involves holding a dumbbell in one hand and lifting it out to the side of the body, targeting the lateral deltoid muscle. It is a great exercise for building shoulder strength and improving posture.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Dumbbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the lateral deltoid muscle, which helps to create a wider and more defined shoulder appearance
- Improves shoulder stability and mobility
- Can help to prevent shoulder injuries by strengthening the muscles around the joint
- Can be done with a relatively light weight, making it accessible for beginners
- Can be easily modified by changing the weight or the angle of the arm to increase or decrease the difficulty
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
- Keep your arm straight and lift it out to the side until it is parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement.
- Slowly lower the dumbbell back down to your side.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
- Switch arms and repeat the exercise on the other side.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Lateral Deltoid
Primary
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Posterior Deltoid
Primary
Traps
Primary
Chest
Primary