Dumbbell Lateral Raise: How-to, Tips & More
The Dumbbell Lateral Raise is a beginner isolation exercise for your shoulders. You do it with dumbbells, one side at a time. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Muscles worked
Shoulders
Primary
How to do the Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Stand tall holding dumbbells at your sides.
- Raise them out to the sides with a slight bend in your elbows.
- Stop at shoulder height.
- Lower slowly.
Dumbbell Lateral Raise tips
- Lead with your elbows, not your hands.
- Light weight and no swinging.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 12 to 20 reps per set, and 12 to 20 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles. You can finish with a drop set when you want extra volume.
Equipment
Dumbbells
Type
Isolation
Dumbbell Lateral Raise alternatives
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Band Lateral Raise
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Cable Upright Row
Cable machine
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Leaning Cable Lateral Raise
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Leaning Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Dumbbells
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Lateral Raise work?
The Dumbbell Lateral Raise mainly works your shoulders.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 12 to 20 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 12 to 20 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Dumbbell Lateral Raise good for beginners?
Yes. The Dumbbell Lateral Raise is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lateral Raise?
You need dumbbells.
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