Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises
Expert Advice
Keep your movements controlled and avoid using momentum. Focus on using your lateral deltoids to lift the weights.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie face down on an incline bench set to a 45-degree angle, with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Let your arms hang straight down, palms facing each other.
- Raise your arms out to the sides until they are in line with your shoulders, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders70%
Secondary
Abs15%
Traps15%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Special Bench
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises work?
Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Abs, Traps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Chest Supported Lateral Raises is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
