Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise
How to do the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
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Dumbbell
How to do the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise
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While holding a dumbbell in each hand, lay with your chest down on a slightly inclined (around 15 degrees when measured from the floor) adjustable bench.
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Position the palms of the hands in a neutral manner (palms facing your torso) as you keep the arms extended with the elbows slightly bent. This will be your starting position.
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Now raise the arms to the side until your elbows are at shoulder height and your arms are roughly parallel to the floor as you exhale. Tip: Maintain your arms perpendicular to the torso while keeping them extended throughout the movement. Also, keep the contraction at the top for a second.
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Slowly lower the dumbbells to the starting position as you inhale.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions and then switch to the other arm.
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Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise: common questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise work?
The Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise primarily works the Shoulders.
Is the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise suitable for beginners?
The Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise?
To do the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise you'll need a dumbbell.
Is the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise a compound or isolation exercise?
The Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise is an isolation exercise, it targets the shoulders through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Dumbbell Lying Rear Lateral Raise with correct form?
While holding a dumbbell in each hand, lay with your chest down on a slightly inclined (around 15 degrees when measured from the floor) adjustable bench. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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