About this exercise
The seated dumbbell lateral raise isolates the side deltoids, building shoulder width and definition while the seated position minimizes momentum.
Seated dumbbell lateral raises
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Seated dumbbell lateral raises.
EasySide shoulders
How to Perform
- Sit upright on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, palms facing in
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows and your torso still
- Raise the dumbbells out to the sides until your arms are roughly parallel to the floor
- Lead with your elbows and keep your wrists from rising above them
- Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down
- Repeat without swinging
Muscle Activation
Primary
Side shoulders
Common Mistakes
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About the Seated dumbbell lateral raises
The Seated dumbbell lateral raises is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.