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Lateral Raise

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4
Sets
15
Reps
Dumbbell
Equipment
5.00
Cal/min
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Primary
lateral deltoid
1
Stand tall, dumbbells at your sides, slight bend in the elbows.
2
Raise both arms out to the sides until roughly shoulder height.
3
Lead with your elbows, not your hands — imagine pouring water from a jug.
4
Lower slowly under control — don't let momentum swing the weight up.
5
Use lighter weight than you think; strict form matters more than load here.
What muscles does Lateral Raise work?
Lateral Raise primarily targets the lateral deltoid.
How many sets and reps of Lateral Raise should I do?
A typical starting point is 4 sets of 15 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Lateral Raise?
Lateral Raise requires a dumbbell.

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