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Shoulders · Dumbbell

Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell

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Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the upper back assisting. It needs a dumbbell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.

Target: Delts
Body part: Shoulders
Equipment: Dumbbell
Category: Strength
Mechanic: Isolation
Force: Push
Sets × reps: 3 × 10-15
Calories / min: ≈ 5.5 kcal

Primary muscles

Shoulders · Posterior Deltoids

Secondary muscles

Upper Back · Trapezius, Rhomboids

How to do Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell

Adjust an incline bench to a 45-degree angle and lie chest-first against it, with your feet firmly planted on the floor for stability.
Hold a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip (palms facing each other), allowing the dumbbells to hang down towards the floor in line with your shoulders.
Keeping your arms slightly bent at the elbows, raise the dumbbells up and out to the sides until they reach shoulder height.
Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement to reduce joint strain.
Keep your body stabilized against the bench to isolate your shoulder muscles.
Use a slow and controlled motion to maximize muscle engagement.

Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell alternatives

Lateral Raises on Cable Machine

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Cable Lateral Raises

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Lying Lateral Raises Bodyweight

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Lateral Raise Bodyweight

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Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell FAQ

What muscles does Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell work?

Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell mainly works the delts in the shoulders (Posterior Deltoids). The upper back work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell?

You need a dumbbell.

How many sets and reps of Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell should I do?

Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell good for beginners?

It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler shoulders exercises.

How many calories does Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell burn?

About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Incline Lateral Raises Dumbbell?

Other exercises for the delts include Lateral Raises on Cable Machine, Cable Lateral Raises, Lying Lateral Raises Bodyweight and Lateral Raise Bodyweight.

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