Side Laterals
Side Laterals are truly a useful exercise for shoulder and trap development, as well as excellent muscle definition between the shoulder and the arm. They provide functional strength for many every day activities such as reaching over an object to lift something.
To perform a Side Lateral, simply stand in an athletic stance, hold a dumbbell in each hand, set your elbows almost completely straight but with a very slight bend (and hold this slight bend completely static throughout the exercise), and then lift your arms out to each side until the dumbbells are just slightly above shoulder level. After reaching this height, lower them again in a very controlled manner and repeat for the planned number of reps. As you lift the dumbbells, never allow your hands to get higher than your elbows. At the top of the movement, your hands and elbows should be at approximately the same height as one another.
Disclaimer - We do not recommend performing any exercise without the supervision of a highly qualified bodyweight strength professional present with you. This detailed exercise description is for informational purposes only. Consult your physician before attempting any strength training program or attempting this exercise or any of the other exercises on www.getrealstrength.com
To perform a Side Lateral, simply stand in an athletic stance, hold a dumbbell in each hand, set your elbows almost completely straight but with a very slight bend (and hold this slight bend completely static throughout the exercise), and then lift your arms out to each side until the dumbbells are just slightly above shoulder level. After reaching this height, lower them again in a very controlled manner and repeat for the planned number of reps. As you lift the dumbbells, never allow your hands to get higher than your elbows. At the top of the movement, your hands and elbows should be at approximately the same height as one another.
Disclaimer - We do not recommend performing any exercise without the supervision of a highly qualified bodyweight strength professional present with you. This detailed exercise description is for informational purposes only. Consult your physician before attempting any strength training program or attempting this exercise or any of the other exercises on www.getrealstrength.com