Strength

Band Lateral Raise

The Band Lateral Raise, an effective shoulder exercise, enhances stability, strength, and mobility by raising arms sideways with a resistance band.

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Band Lateral Raise instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand on the center of a resistance band, holding onto the ends with both hands.

2

Straighten your arms along your sides.

3

Start raising your hands to the sides while maintaining your elbows slightly bent.

4

Continue raising until your hands are out to the sides at shoulder height.

5

Lower your hands back to the sides in a controlled manner and repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Stand on the center of a resistance band, holding onto the ends with both hands.

Straighten your arms along your sides.

Start raising your hands to the sides while maintaining your elbows slightly bent.

Continue raising until your hands are out to the sides at shoulder height.

Lower your hands back to the sides in a controlled manner and repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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