Alternating Deltoid Raise

Train your shoulders with this functional dumbbells exercise.

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Instructions

  1. In a standing position, hold a pair of dumbbells at your side. for best results.
  2. Keeping your elbows slightly bent, raise the weights directly in front of you to shoulder height, avoiding any swinging or cheating. for best results.
  3. Return the weights to your side. for best results.
  4. On the next repetition, raise the weights laterally, raising them out to your side to about shoulder height. for best results.
  5. Return the weights to the starting position and continue alternating to the front and side. for best results.

Related Muscle Groups