Exercise library · Shoulders
Seated Dumbbell Lateral Raise.
Seated variation reducing body swing for side delts.
BeginnerDumbbells
The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
12–20
Rest
30–60
Muscles
Primary
Lateral deltoid
Secondary
Traps · Anterior deltoid
The play-by-play
How to do it.
- Step 01
Sit on bench with dumbbells at sides
- Step 02
Raise arms out to sides until parallel
- Step 03
Pause briefly
- Step 04
Lower slowly under control
- Step 05
Repeat
What separates good from great
Pro cues.
Avoid leaning torso
Keep movements strict
Light weight is enough