Focus: DB Side Lateral Raise

For this shoulder exercise, there are 2 types of variations which are commonly used. The key point is at the initial/start position of the exercise, whereby both hands (w/ DB, palms facing each other) rest in front of the thighs or both hands (w/ DB, palms facing inward) against the side of the thighs.

Pros/Cons:

• DB at the side – provides more emphasis with lesser body-assist-lifting, targeting particularly on medial delts
• DB in front – bigger range-of-motion for the shoulders with diversified targets at the medial and anterior (front) delts

Tips: Use a (8x5), 5 sets of 8 reps each set, w/ 1-3-1 Approach;

• The 1st and 5th set w/ DB at the side, low weights (1st exercise acts as warm-up set)
• The 2nd to 4th set w/ DB in front, heavier weights