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- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Movement type
- Strength
- Primary muscles
- Shoulders
- Secondary muscles
- Trapezius
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
Lateral Raise Bodyweight
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Lateral Raise Bodyweight is a bodyweight exercise targeting Shoulders (Deltoids).
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How to perform it
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides.
- Raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor, keeping your elbows slightly bent and your palms facing down.
- Hold the position for a second, then slowly lower your arms back to your sides with control.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, maintaining a steady and controlled pace.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026
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