Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise

Description

This exercise involves standing with dumbbells in hand and raising them laterally to shoulder height, targeting the lateral deltoid muscles in the shoulders.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing inward.
  2. Keep your arms straight and lift them out to the sides until they are parallel to the ground.
  3. Pause for a moment and then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to your sides.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise Form & Visual

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise Benefits

  • Strengthens leg muscles
  • Improves balance and stability
  • Increases cardiovascular endurance
  • Targets multiple muscle groups at once
  • Can be modified for different fitness levels
  • Can be done with minimal equipment
  • Can be incorporated into a full-body workout routine

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise Muscles Worked

  • Deltoids (shoulders)
  • Trapezius (upper back)
  • Supraspinatus (upper back)
  • Infraspinatus (upper back)
  • Serratus anterior (chest)

Dumbbell Standing Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives

  • dumbbell-seated-lateral-raise
  • dumbbell-front-raise
  • cable-lateral-raise
  • band-lateral-raise
  • plate-lateral-raise