Side (Lateral) Raise

5/8/2006 12:00:00 AM | General

Muscles Used	Medial Deltoid
Movement Classification	Push
Modality Choices	Dumbbells, Machine, Plate, Manual Resistance
Starting Position	a) For free weight: Hold weight in each hand, standing with feet shoulder width apart and palms facing the body. b) For machine: Position the seat so that the shoulder joint aligns with the machine axis of rotation, and places the pads on the arms
Description	With elbows slightly bent, raise arms out to the side slightly higher than shoulder height. Pause momentarily and then recover to the starting position.
Spotting	Be prepared to assist at the elbows, the wrists, or movement arms.
Points To Emphasize	1. Lift from the shoulder, keep elbows stationary. 2. Do not arch your back, lean forward, or rock back to lift the weights.