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One Arm Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise

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Single-sidedTargets: Rear delt

About

This move strengthens your rear delts and upper back.

How to One Arm Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise

Starting Position

1. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart and bend your upper body forward while keeping your back straight.

2. Support yourself with one hand on a bench or your knee, and hold a dumbbell in the opposite hand, letting it hang down.

Proper Form

1. Slightly bend your elbows and lift the dumbbells to the side.

2. Raise them until your arms are near shoulder height,

3. then slowly lower them back to the starting position. Alternate between both sides.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when lifting the dumbbell and inhale when lowering it.

Precautions

1. Do not excessively round your waist and maintain a neutral spine.

2. Do not use momentum; focus only on the contraction of the muscles behind your shoulders and move slowly.

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