Beginner
Dumbbell Diagonal Raise
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Dumbbell Diagonal Raise primarily strengthens the shoulder muscles but also works the upper chest. It also builds strength in the front and sides of your shoulders.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand up, feet shoulder-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in one hand in front of the opposite thigh. Your palm should be facing inward toward your body. -
Step 2
Raise the dumbbell across your body and out to the side. Pause by placing your hand just above shoulder level. Return your hand to its original position.
Muscle Groups
Dumbbell Diagonal Raise targets Delts, Shoulders as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Avoid using momentum to go through the exercise. Focus on moving slowly and in a controlled manner with each repetition.
- Be sure to lift the dumbbell diagonally across your body.
- Keep the tension in your shoulder at all times.
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