Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Lifting light dumbbells out to the side — the exercise that builds the width of your shoulders. You don't need heavy weights here.
⏳ Trainer review pending — follow carefully and ask a trainer if you are unsure.
🖼️ Step-by-step pictures coming soon
How to do it
- Stand tall with a light dumbbell in each hand, arms by your sides, palms facing in.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent and your stomach gently tight.
- Slowly lift both arms out to the sides up to shoulder height. Lead with your elbows, keeping them slightly above your hands.
- Pause for 1 second at the top.
- Lower slowly over 2–3 seconds.
Breathing: Breathe out as you lift, breathe in as you lower.
How much to start with: 2–3 sets × 10–15 reps
❌ Common mistakes
- Using a weight so heavy that you have to swing your body.
- Shrugging your shoulders.
- Lifting the dumbbells above shoulder height.
⚠️ Safety
- If you feel a pinch or sharp pain in your shoulder, stop and use a lighter weight.