Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
Learn how to do the Lateral Raise (Dumbbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This dumbbell movement primarily targets shoulders, including front shoulder, side shoulder, rear shoulder.
How to Perform Lateral Raise (Dumbbell)
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Grab a pair of dumbbells and stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Let your arms hang straight at your sides with your palms facing your body.
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Bring your shoulders back, engage your abs, and take a breath.
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Raise both dumbbells out to your sides in an arc until your arms are roughly parallel with the floor, squeezing your shoulders at the top and exhale. Keep a slight bend in your elbows.
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Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position and breathe in.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.