Machine Lateral Raise
Primary muscles: Shoulders
Secondary muscles: Upper Back
Resistance
Machine
How to do the Machine Lateral Raise
- Sit on the lateral raise machine with your feet flat on the floor and your back pressed firmly against the backrest. Adjust the seat height so that the pads rest against the outside of your upper arms.
- Grasp the handles with both hands, keeping your elbows bent.
- Raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor and slowly lower your arms back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Exhale as you raise your arms and inhale as you lower them back down.
- Use a moderate weight to ensure proper form and gradually increase the resistance as you get stronger.
- Focus on engaging your shoulder muscles throughout the movement.
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