Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise

Category

Shoulders

Difficulty

Intermediate

Equipment

Dumbbells

Primary muscles

Posterior Deltoids

Secondary muscles

Trapezius, Rhomboids

How to do it

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with your arms hanging straight down and palms facing each other.
2. Hinge at the hips to lean forward, keeping your back straight and knees slightly bent. Your torso should be almost parallel to the floor.
3. Lift the dumbbells out to the sides in a wide arc until your arms are in line with your shoulders. Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
4. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control and repeat.

Form tips

• Focus on using your rear deltoids and upper back muscles to lift the weights.
• Avoid swinging the weights or using momentum; aim for a controlled and smooth motion.
• Exhale as you lift the dumbbells and inhale as you lower them.