Lateral raise bodyweight
- Category
- Shoulders
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Primary muscles
- Deltoids
- Secondary muscles
- Trapezius, Rhomboids
How to do it
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides.
- Raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor, keeping your elbows slightly bent and your palms facing down.
- Hold the position for a second, then slowly lower your arms back to your sides with control.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, maintaining a steady and controlled pace.
Form tips
- Avoid lifting your shoulders; focus on using your deltoids to raise your arms.
- Move slowly and with control to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury.
- Breathe steadily, exhaling as you raise your arms and inhaling as you lower them.
- Ensure your elbows remain slightly bent to reduce strain on your joints.
