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Dumbbells L-raise (alternating)

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Exercise Profile

Primary muscles:

Shoulders

Equipment:

Dumbbell

Difficulty:

Beginner

Dumbbells L-raise (alternating) Overview

The dumbbells L-raise (alternating) workout primarily engages the Shoulders.

The dumbbells function to isolate and target the Shoulders, while also engaging secondary muscles for stability.

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Dumbbells L-raise (alternating) Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides.
  2. Keep your back straight and engage your core muscles.
  3. Slowly lift one dumbbell out to the side, leading with your elbow, until your arm is parallel to the floor.
  4. Pause for a moment, then lower the dumbbell back down to your side.
  5. Repeat the movement with the other arm, alternating sides for each repetition.

Dumbbells L-raise (alternating) Tips

  1. Start with light dumbbells to master the L-raise technique without straining your shoulders.
  2. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, keeping a slight bend in your knees for stability.
  3. Hold the dumbbells in front of your thighs, palms facing your body, and maintain a neutral spine.
  4. Engage your core and lift one dumbbell to the side, keeping your arm straight and shoulder down.
  5. Pause at the top for a second, feeling the contraction in your shoulder, then slowly lower the weight.
  6. Alternate arms and repeat the movement, focusing on maintaining control and proper form throughout.
  7. Remember to breathe steadily and avoid swinging your body to generate momentum. It’s all about the shoulders!

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