Dumbbell Single arm Leaning Lateral Raise (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Stand next to a wall or sturdy object, leaning slightly against it. Hold a dumbbell in your free hand.
  • 2Begin with your hand facing inwards and your arm fully extended down.
  • 3Keeping your back straight, raise your arm out to your side, perpendicular to your body, until it is about shoulder level.
  • 4Pause briefly at the top of the motion.
  • 5Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.

Tips:

  • Always maintain a slight bend in your elbow to avoid strain.
  • Do not rush the movement, make sure to control your motion both up and down.
  • Don't lift the dumbbell above your shoulder level, to avoid injury.
  • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to improve balance.

Dumbbell Single arm Leaning Lateral Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs