Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise demonstration
Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultybeginner
deltsshoulders

Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise

The dumbbell seated lateral raise is an isolation exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It is performed while seated, which helps minimize momentum and focuses the effort on the shoulder muscles.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
  2. 2.Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  3. 3.Raise the dumbbells to your sides with a slight bend in your elbows, until your arms are parallel to the ground.
  4. 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
  5. 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

trapsupper back

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