Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise
Description
The dumbbell full can lateral raise is a lateral raise variation with thumbs pointing up (like pouring from a full can) rather than the traditional thumbs-down (empty can). The thumbs-up position is generally considered safer for the supraspinatus and reduces impingement risk.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise Instructions
- Stand with dumbbells at your sides, thumbs pointing forward (neutral grip).
- Raise both dumbbells out to the sides at a slight forward angle (about 30 degrees forward of directly lateral).
- Keep your thumbs pointing up throughout the raise.
- Lift to shoulder height.
- Lower under control.
- The thumbs-up position reduces supraspinatus impingement risk.
- Use light weight. Aim for 12 to 15 reps.
- Move with controlled tempo.
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise Benefits
- Safer for the shoulder joint than empty-can raises
- Reduces supraspinatus impingement risk
- Still targets the lateral deltoid effectively
- Recommended by physical therapists
- Easy to load progressively
- Builds shoulder size safely
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Lateral deltoid
- Supraspinatus
- Anterior deltoid (slight)
- Upper trapezius
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Cable Lateral Raise
- DB Lateral to Front Raise
- Band Lateral Raise
- Leaning Lateral Raise
