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Lateral Shoulder Raise
Course: PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training Movement Pattern: Single-joint | isolation Target: Deltoid (Medial) Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Trapezius
Exercise
Regressions: Lateral Shoulder Raise Progressions:

Equipment: Dumbbell
Description:
  1. Grasp dumbbells in front of thighs with elbows slightly bent. Bend over slightly with hips and knees bent slightly.
    • The straighter the arm, the more stress will be experienced at the elbow and shoulder joints.
  2. Raise upper arms to sides until elbows are just below shoulder height. Maintain elbows’ height above or equal to wrists.
  3. Lower and repeat.

Variations

  1. Clients can use an elastic band or tubing
  2. Clients can perform the movement using 1-arm at a time using the cable stack.
Common Error(s): Using Excessive Momentum
Spotting:
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