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Lateral raise machine

An isolation exercise that targets the lateral deltoids through controlled shoulder abduction using a specialized machine, building shoulder width and muscle development.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Beginner

Technique

Sit at the lateral raise machine with your arms positioned on the pads. Raise your arms out to the sides by contracting your lateral deltoids, then return to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Sit at the lateral raise machine with arms positioned on the pads, core engaged and ready to perform lateral raises.

Finishing Position

Arms raised out to the sides at shoulder level, maintaining proper form and control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Raise arms to shoulder level, keep elbows slightly bent, control the movement, feel the contraction

Common Mistakes

Raising too high, using momentum, poor posture, not controlling the movement

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add tempo changes, try variations, or perform more reps.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, focus on form, reduce range of motion, or use dumbbells.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid shoulder strain. Stop if you experience pain in shoulders, neck, or upper back. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.