Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise
Description
The dumbbell partials lateral raise uses partial range reps in the bottom or middle of the lateral raise to extend the set past full-rep failure. After failing on full-range raises, you continue with shorter partial reps until the medial deltoid is fully fatigued. It is a strong intensifier for shoulder hypertrophy.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Instructions
- Stand with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, palms facing your body.
- Brace your core and stand tall.
- Begin by performing full-range lateral raises to failure.
- When you cannot complete a full rep, switch to partial range.
- Raise the dumbbells only to about 45 degrees from your sides.
- Continue with these partial reps until you cannot lift the dumbbells at all.
- Use a controlled tempo throughout the partial range.
- Keep slight bend in the elbows during all reps.
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Benefits
- Extends sets past full-rep failure
- Burns out the medial deltoid
- Strong intensifier for shoulder workouts
- Builds shoulder size and definition
- Useful as a finisher for shoulder day
- Time-efficient hypertrophy technique
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Lateral deltoid
- Anterior deltoid
- Trapezius (upper)
Dumbbell Partials Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Cable Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Front Raise
- Dumbbell Upright Row
