Standing L Raise

Muscle Groups: Shoulders

Standing L Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Standing L Raise with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides, holding light weights (if available).

  2. 2

    Raise your arms out to the sides until they reach shoulder height, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.

  3. 3

    Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower your arms back to your sides.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Standing L Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears to maintain good posture.

  • Avoid using momentum; focus on a slow and controlled movement to engage your shoulders effectively.

  • If you feel any discomfort in your neck or shoulders, stop and check your form.

Secondary Muscles

While Standing L 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 Standing L Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Standing L 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.

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