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Dumbbell Lateral Raise

Reps
10–15
Kit
Dumbbell
Video from @NasmOrgPersonalTrainer, not affiliated with Talala

How to do it

  1. 1

    Stand tall with a dumbbell in each hand by your sides. (Cable: use a low cable and hold it in the hand furthest from the machine.)

  2. 2

    Keep a slight bend in your elbows and tighten your core.

  3. 3

    Breathe out as you lift your arms out to the sides until they're level with your shoulders.

  4. 4

    Breathe in as you lower them slowly (count to 3).

Where you should feel it: The tops of your shoulders.

What your coach says mid-set

  • “Lead with your elbows”
  • “Stop at shoulder height”
  • “No swinging”

Common mistakes

Swinging the weights up

Go lighter and lift slowly. The weight should never swing.

Shrugging your shoulders

Keep your shoulders down away from your ears as you lift.

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