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Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise

The Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise is a dumbbell exercise for the shoulders that primarily targets the delts, with the traps and rhomboids assisting. Follow the 4 steps below for correct form, with an animated demonstration.

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Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise demonstration
Execution

How to do the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise

  1. Lie face down on a flat bench with a dumbbell in one hand, hanging towards the floor.
  2. Keep your arm straight and lift the dumbbell out to the side, away from your body.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.
Answers

Common questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise work?

The Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise primarily targets the delts. The traps and rhomboids work as supporting muscles.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise?

You need a dumbbell to perform the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise.

How many sets and reps of the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise should I do?

For muscle growth, 3 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 reps of the Dumbbell Lying One Arm Rear Lateral Raise works well. For strength, use heavier loads for 3 to 6 sets of 3 to 6 reps and rest 2 to 3 minutes between sets. Add weight or reps gradually over time.

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