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Dumbbell one arm lateral raise

Beginner

Dumbbell one arm lateral raise is a isolation dumbbell exercise for the side delts, also working the traps and triceps.

Trained one side at a time.

What it works

Primary muscle

Side delts

Also works

TrapsTriceps

Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement
Push
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
90 seconds

How to do it

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand with your palm facing your body.
  2. 2Keep your back straight and your core engaged throughout the exercise.
  3. 3Raise the dumbbell to the side, keeping your arm straight and your palm facing down.
  4. 4Continue lifting until your arm is parallel to the ground.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

What to do instead

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Harder variations

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  • Dumbbell incline rear lateral raiseDumbbell
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