Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise
Description
This exercise involves lying face down on a bench while holding dumbbells and lifting them out to the sides to work the rear deltoid muscles. It is a great exercise for targeting the upper back and improving posture.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise Instructions
- Start by lying face down on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Extend your arms straight down towards the floor with your palms facing each other.
- Engage your shoulder blades and lift your arms up and out to the sides until they are parallel with the floor.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise Benefits
- Targets the rear deltoids, which are often neglected in traditional shoulder exercises
- Improves shoulder stability and posture
- Can help prevent shoulder injuries
- Can be done with light weights and minimal equipment, making it accessible for beginners
- Can be easily modified by adjusting the weight or angle of the exercise to increase or decrease difficulty
Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Rhomboids
- Trapezius
- Posterior deltoids
- Infraspinatus
- Terres minor
Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with palms facing down
- Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with palms facing each other
- Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with thumbs up
- Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with elbows bent
- Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with alternating arms
