One Arm Lateral Raise
Step by step
How to perform
- Keep your torso stationary and your elbow slightly bent, then lift the dumbbell to your side until your arm is parallel with the ground.
- Ensure your palm is facing the ground during the lifting motion and that you're lifting the weight with your shoulder muscles, not your arm.
- Hold this position for a second, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat this process for your desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.
Overview
About this exercise
The One Arm Lateral Raise is a targeted exercise that primarily strengthens the shoulder muscles, specifically the lateral deltoids, and enhances upper body stability. It's an ideal workout for individuals seeking to improve their shoulder strength, posture, and those involved in sports or activities requiring strong and stable shoulders. Someone would want to perform this exercise to boost their upper body strength, achieve better muscle definition, and improve their performance in physical activities.
Coaching cues
Form tips
It's crucial to keep a slight bend in your elbow during the exercise. This prevents unnecessary strain on the joint and helps to engage the correct muscles. A common mistake is to lock the elbow, which can lead to injury and less effective muscle engagement.
One of the most common mistakes in this exercise is to use momentum to lift the weight, which can lead to injury and less effective muscle engagement. Instead, make sure to lift and lower the weight
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