Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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Raise your right arm to shoulder height while keeping your left arm straight down; hold for a moment.
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Lower your right arm back down and repeat with the left arm, alternating sides.
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Maintain a straight back throughout the movement and avoid using momentum.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears to avoid strain.
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Do not swing the weights; lift them slowly and controlled for better form.
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Engage your core to support your spine and prevent leaning.
Secondary Muscles
While Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Alternating Lateral Raise with Static Hold, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
