Band Lateral Raise

A band exercise for the lateral deltoid.

  • Shoulders
  • Band

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Muscles worked

MainLateral deltoid

Setup

A light band under both feet.

How to do it well

  • Stand on the band, handles at the sides
  • Raise the arms out to shoulder height
  • Resist the band on the way down

Common mistakes

  • Shrugging the traps
  • Raising above shoulder height

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.