Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise
Strengthen your shoulders with the Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise. This exercise targets the deltoid muscles by raising dumbbells laterally with thumbs
- Movement
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Per set
- 45s
- Rest
- 1 min
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Description
A strength exercise that targets the shoulders by raising the dumbbells laterally with thumbs pointing upwards.
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How to do Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise
- 01Setup
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with your palms facing inward.
- 02Setup
Maintain a slight bend in your elbows and rotate your hands so your thumbs point forward, as if holding a full can of liquid.
- 03
Exhale as you slowly raise the dumbbells out to your sides, keeping your thumbs pointed upwards, until your arms are parallel to the floor, forming a "Y" shape with your body.
- 04
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, focusing on squeezing your lateral deltoids.
- 05
Inhale as you slowly and with control lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, resisting gravity throughout the descent.
Tips
- Maintain the "full can" (thumbs up) position throughout the lift to externally rotate the shoulder, which helps to target the lateral deltoid more effectively and reduce the risk of impingement.
- Control the eccentric (lowering) phase of the movement; a slow, controlled descent maximizes muscle engagement and promotes strength gains.
- Avoid shrugging your shoulders towards your ears; focus on initiating the movement solely with your deltoid muscles, keeping your traps relaxed.
- Ensure your elbows remain slightly bent but fixed in that position throughout the entire exercise, preventing them from locking out or extending further.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the dumbbells up using momentum instead of muscle control reduces the effectiveness of the exercise; lighten the weight and focus on a smooth, controlled lift.
- Shrugging the shoulders excessively engages the trapezius muscles instead of the deltoids; keep your shoulders down and back, focusing on lifting purely with your side delts.
- Raising the dumbbells significantly above shoulder height can place undue stress on the shoulder joint; stop the upward movement when your arms are parallel to the floor.
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What muscles does Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise work?
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise primarily targets Deltoid Anterior, Deltoid Lateral. Secondary muscles include Serratus Anterior.
Is Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise good for beginners?
Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise is rated intermediate. Beginners can still attempt it with lighter weight and careful form, but it's best to master easier variations first.
What equipment do I need for Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise?
You need Dumbbell to perform Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise. If you don't have this equipment, look for variations that target the same muscles with what you have available.
What are the best tips for Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise?
Maintain the "full can" (thumbs up) position throughout the lift to externally rotate the shoulder, which helps to target the lateral deltoid more effectively and reduce the risk of impingement. Control the eccentric (lowering) phase of the movement; a slow, controlled descent maximizes muscle engagement and promotes strength gains. Avoid shrugging your shoulders towards your ears; focus on initiating the movement solely with your deltoid muscles, keeping your traps relaxed. Ensure your elbows remain slightly bent but fixed in that position throughout the entire exercise, preventing them from locking out or extending further.
What are common mistakes when doing Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise?
Swinging the dumbbells up using momentum instead of muscle control reduces the effectiveness of the exercise; lighten the weight and focus on a smooth, controlled lift. Shrugging the shoulders excessively engages the trapezius muscles instead of the deltoids; keep your shoulders down and back, focusing on lifting purely with your side delts. Raising the dumbbells significantly above shoulder height can place undue stress on the shoulder joint; stop the upward movement when your arms are parallel to the floor.
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