Dumbbell seated lateral raise v. 2
The dumbbell seated lateral raise v. 2 is an isolation exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. Performed while seated, this variation helps to minimize the use of momentum, ensuring that the deltoids are doing most of the work.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Lift the dumbbells to shoulder height, no higher.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weights.
- Control the movement on the way down.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Severe neck pain
Also known as
Alzate laterali seduto con manubri v. 2, seated dumbbell side raise, seated lateral dumbbell raise, dumbbell seated lateral raise, shoulder exercise, deltoid workout, isolation shoulder exercise