isolation Pattern

Lateral Raises

Primary Targetshoulders
Equipmentdumbbells / gym
Lateral Raises

SETUP & EXECUTION

Initial Phase

  • 01Stand with dumbbells at sides.
  • 02Slight bend in elbows.
  • 03Chest up.

Movement Phase

  • Raise arms out to sides until parallel with floor.
  • Lead with elbows, think 'pouring a pitcher'.
  • Lower slowly.

Form Deviation Analysis

  • ×Using momentum/swinging.
  • ×Raising hands higher than elbows.
  • ×Shrugging traps.

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