Intermediate
Alternating Lateral Raise With Static Hold
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Alternating lateral raise with static hold is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the shoulders. It is the most effective shoulder-strengthening exercise that helps tone your shoulder muscles and a part of the upper back muscles. Lateral raise exercise targets the deltoid muscles and some trapezius fibers as well.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand. -
Step 2
Lift one arm out to the side and pause with the dumbbell to the shoulder height. Stay in this position before returning to the starting position to repeat on the other arm.
Muscle Groups
Alternating Lateral Raise With Static Hold targets Delts, Shoulders, Traps as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Lift the dumbbell slowly to maintain shoulder tension.
- Avoid using momentum and be sure to hold the dumbbell in the upper position.
- Do not lift the dumbbell too high above shoulder height.
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