Lying Dumbbell Raise

Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Traps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Lie on your side, supporting your upper body with your forearm.
  2. 2 Hold a dumbbell in your top hand with your arm extended down towards the floor.
  3. 3 Raise the dumbbell straight up towards the ceiling, keeping your arm mostly straight.
  4. 4 Slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
  5. 5 Complete your repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.

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