Dumbbell side lying one hand raise
The dumbbell side lying one hand raise is an isolation exercise targeting the deltoid muscles. It involves lying on your side and lifting a dumbbell with one hand, focusing on the lateral deltoid.

At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the dumbbell.
- Focus on a slow and controlled movement.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Severe shoulder arthritis
Also known as
Alzate Laterali con Manubrio da Sdraiato su un Fianco, Side Lying Dumbbell Lateral Raise