Machine Lateral Raise

Muscles Worked

Primary

Shoulders

Quick Cues

1

Adjust the pads

2

Raise to shoulder height

3

Control the descent

4

No momentum

Equipment Needed

Lateral Raise Machine

Common Mistakes

Not adjusting the seat height correctly

Using momentum to swing the arms up

Shrugging the shoulders while lifting

Pro Tips

Use the machine to safely target lateral delts with heavier loads

Raise to shoulder height and hold briefly at the top

Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout

Your Progress

Variations

Dumbbell Lateral Raise

Cable Lateral Raise

Shoulder Abduction Machine