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dumbbell incline one arm lateral raise

dumbbell incline one arm lateral raise is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting it on your thigh.

Step 2

Lean forward and position your upper arm against the inside of your thigh.

Step 3

Raise the dumbbell to the side, keeping your arm slightly bent and your palm facing down.

Step 4

Continue lifting until your arm is parallel to the floor.

Step 5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

delts

Secondary muscles

trapeziustriceps

Primary body parts

shoulders

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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