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Dumbbell incline rear lateral raise

The dumbbell incline rear lateral raise is an exercise targeting the rear deltoids, performed by lying face down on an incline bench and lifting dumbbells out to the sides.

How to perform: Dumbbell incline rear lateral raise

At a glance

Area
Shoulders
Main muscle
Delts
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your core engaged to avoid lower back strain.
  • Lift the dumbbells slowly and with control.
  • Avoid using momentum to lift the weights.
  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder impingement
  • rotator cuff injuries
  • severe lower back pain

Also known as

Alzate posteriori su panca inclinata con manubri, rear delt raise, incline rear delt raise

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