Resistance Band Lateral Raise
The Resistance Band Lateral Raise isolates the Side Shoulders (Lateral Deltoids) by raising your arms out to your sides while you stand on the bands. Bands do not build momentum the way free weights can, so the muscle works through the whole rep with less wear on the joints.
- Muscles Worked
- Side Shoulders (Lateral Deltoid) · also Upper Trapezius, Front Shoulders (Anterior Deltoid)
- Equipment
- 2 handles
Set Up
- Anchor:
- No anchor needed.
- Bands:
- Clip a handle to each end of the bands.
- Body Position:
- Stand on the bands with your feet hip-width apart. Hold a handle in each hand and stand tall with your back straight, head straight, chest up and stomach tight. Start with your arms at your sides, slightly bent, palms facing in.
Movement
Raise your arms straight out to the sides until your elbows are at shoulder height. Lower them back to your sides under control.
Points To Remember
- Rotate your upper arms forward so your elbows stay higher than your hands as you raise your arms.
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Questions About The Lateral Raise
What muscles does the Resistance Band Lateral Raise work?
The Resistance Band Lateral Raise works the Side Shoulders (Lateral Deltoids). The Upper Trapezius and Front Deltoids assist as the arms rise.
What is the most common mistake in the Lateral Raise?
Letting the hands rise above the elbows. In the Resistance Band Lateral Raise, rotate your upper arms forward so your elbows stay higher than your hands, which keeps the work on the Side Shoulders.