A beginner strength exercise done with a dumbbell that mainly works the shoulders. Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells by your side at arms length with the palms of the hand facing you. This will be your starting position.
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Primary
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
beginner
Side Lateral Raise demonstration
Side Lateral Raise, starting positionSide Lateral Raise, finishing position
How to Perform
1Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells by your side at arms length with the palms of the hand facing you. This will be your starting position.
2While maintaining the torso in a stationary position (no swinging), lift the dumbbells to your side with a slight bend on the elbow and the hands slightly tilted forward as if pouring water in a glass. Continue to go up until you arms are parallel to the floor. Exhale as you execute this movement and pause for a second at the top.
3Lower the dumbbells back down slowly to the starting position as you inhale.
4Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
•Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
•Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
•Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
•This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
