Discover the Alternating Dumbbell Lateral Raise, a superb exercise to strengthen and tone shoulders. Alternately lift and lower dumbbells to shoulder level to improve stability and boost upper body strength.
Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand, with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms at your side.
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While keeping your torso stationary, lift the dumbbell in your right hand to the side until your arm is slightly above parallel to the floor.
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Pause for a moment at the top, then lower your arm back down in a controlled manner.
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Repeat the same movement with your left arm for one full repetition.
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Be careful not to use your back or tilt your body sideways to lift the weights; aim to keep your body stationary and movement isolated to the shoulders throughout.
Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand, with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms at your side.
While keeping your torso stationary, lift the dumbbell in your right hand to the side until your arm is slightly above parallel to the floor.
Pause for a moment at the top, then lower your arm back down in a controlled manner.
Repeat the same movement with your left arm for one full repetition.
Be careful not to use your back or tilt your body sideways to lift the weights; aim to keep your body stationary and movement isolated to the shoulders throughout.
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Strength distributions
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