Lateral Raises

Target Muscles

How to do it

1. 1Stand holding dumbbells at your sides with a slight bend in your elbows.
2. 2Raise the dumbbells out to the sides until your arms are parallel to the floor.
3. 3Hold briefly at the top, then lower with control.

Tips

• *Don't swing or use momentum — use lighter weight if needed.
• *Lead with your elbows, not your hands.
• *Slight forward lean can help target the lateral delt better.
• *Think of pouring a pitcher of water at the top.