Dumbbell Lateral Raises
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Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells by your side at arms length with the palms of the hand facing you. This will be your starting position.
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While maintaining the torso in a stationary position (no swinging), lift the dumbbells to your side with a slight bend on the elbow and the hands slightly tilted forward as if pouring water in a glass. Continue to go up until your arms are parallel to the floor. Exhale as you execute this movement and pause for a second at the top.
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Lower the dumbbells back down slowly to the starting position as you inhale.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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​Variations:
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This exercise can also be performed sitting down.
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Alternative Exercises for Dumbbell Lateral Raises
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Single Arm Cable Lateral Raises