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Elastics Lateral Raise

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Elastics Lateral Raise Overview

The elastic lateral raise workout primarily engages the shoulders, using resistance bands to target and strengthen this muscle group.

Elastics provide added resistance, allowing for a more challenging workout without overemphasizing secondary muscles.

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Elastics Lateral Raise Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding an elastic band in both hands.
  2. Keep your arms straight and raise them out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor.
  3. Pause for a moment and squeeze your shoulder blades together.
  4. Slowly lower your arms back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Elastics Lateral Raise Tips

  1. Start with a light resistance band and gradually increase as you get stronger.
  2. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold the band with palms facing down.
  3. Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the exercise.
  4. Slowly raise your arms out to the sides, leading with your elbows, until they are parallel to the floor.
  5. Pause for a second at the top, feeling the tension in your shoulders.
  6. Control the movement as you lower your arms back down to the starting position.
  7. Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together throughout the exercise to engage the shoulders even more.

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