Shoulders Dumbbell Lateral Raises
Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart. Keep your back straight and brace your core by tightening your abdominal muscles.
Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip (palms facing inwards towards your body). Let your arms hang straight down by your sides with a slight bend in the elbows.
Initiate the movement by leading with your elbows and keeping them elevated. Lift the dumbbells straight out to the sides until your arms are parallel to the floor, palms facing down. Avoid lifting the dumbbells above shoulder height.
Pause briefly when your arms reach the parallel point. Squeeze your shoulders as you hold this position.
Slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position in a controlled motion. Do not let the dumbbells swing down.
Repeat for the desired number of reps or until fatigue. Make sure to keep your torso stationary and avoid leaning or arching your back as you lift and lower the weights.
Breathe out as you lift the weights, breathe in as you lower them. Keep your core engaged and avoid rushing through the reps to maintain proper form.
