Exercise library
Shoulders
Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Vertical push
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with a slight elbow bend. Raise the weights out to the sides to shoulder height, leading with the elbows, then lower under control. Keep the torso still and avoid shrugging the traps.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the shoulders — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Arnold PressDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Front RaiseDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Shoulder PressDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Upright RowDumbbellVertical push
- Seated Dumbbell Shoulder PressDumbbellVertical push
- Band Front RaiseBandVertical push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the shoulders: