One Arm Lateral Raise
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Keep your torso stationary and your elbow slightly bent, then lift the dumbbell to your side until your arm is parallel with the ground.
Ensure your palm is facing the ground during the lifting motion and that you're lifting the weight with your shoulder muscles, not your arm.
Hold this position for a second, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
Repeat this process for your desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.
Pro Tip
**Mind Your Elbow Position**: It's crucial to keep a slight bend in your elbow during the exercise. This prevents unnecessary strain on the joint and helps to engage the correct muscles. A common mistake is to lock the elbow, which can lead to injury and less effective muscle engagement. **Controlled Movement**: One of the most common mistakes in this exercise is to use momentum to lift the weight, which can lead to injury and less effective muscle engagement. Instead, make sure to lift and lower the weight