How to do the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head)
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Traps and Rhomboids.
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Traps, Rhomboids
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- 2Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.
- 3Raise your arms out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows, until they are parallel to the ground.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) work?
The Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) primarily targets the Delts. It also recruits the Traps, Rhomboids as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head)?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head) suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (support Head)?
Dumbbell Front Raise, Dumbbell Front Raise V. 2, Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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