Seated Lateral Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Seated Lateral Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Seated Lateral Raise with proper form and technique.
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Sit upright in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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With a slight bend in your elbows, raise the dumbbells outward to shoulder height while keeping your wrists straight.
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Pause at the top, then slowly lower the weights back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Seated Lateral Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward or backward during the lift.
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Do not lift the dumbbells higher than shoulder level to prevent shoulder strain.
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Use a weight that allows you to maintain control throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Seated Lateral Raise 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 Seated Lateral Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Seated Lateral Raise, 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.
