Weighted Incline L Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Weighted Incline L Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Incline L Raise with proper form and technique.
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Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Your feet should be flat on the floor and back pressed against the bench.
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Lift the dumbbells out to the sides at shoulder height, keeping a slight bend in your elbows and palms facing forward.
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Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Incline L Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back flat against the bench to avoid straining your lower back.
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Do not lift the weights too high; stop at shoulder level to maintain proper shoulder alignment.
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Engage your core to stabilize your body during the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Incline 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 Weighted Incline L Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Incline 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.
