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Shoulders · Dumbbell

Laying Lateral Raise

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Laying Lateral Raise is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the rear shoulders 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

Secondary muscles

Rear Shoulders

How to do Laying Lateral Raise

Lie on your side on a bench or the floor, holding a light weight in your top hand.
Start with your arm in front of your body.
Raise your arm up and out until it points toward the ceiling.
Lower it slowly and repeat, then switch sides.

Form tips

Use a light weight.
Keep a slight bend in your elbow.

Laying Lateral Raise alternatives

Lateral Raise Bodyweight

Delts · intermediate

Machine Lateral Raise

Delts · beginner

Plate Lateral Raise

Delts · intermediate

Landmine Lateral Raise

Delts · intermediate

More delts exercises

Leaning Dumbbell Lateral Raise

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Band Seated Lateral Raise

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Kettlebell Long Lever Lateral Raise

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Side Lateral Raise Resistance Band

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Cable Leaning Lateral Raise

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Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise

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Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise

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Kettlebell Single Arm Lateral Raise

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Laying Lateral Raise FAQ

What muscles does Laying Lateral Raise work?

Laying Lateral Raise mainly works the delts in the shoulders. The rear shoulders work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Laying Lateral Raise?

You need a dumbbell.

How many sets and reps of Laying Lateral Raise 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 Laying Lateral Raise good for beginners?

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

How many calories does Laying Lateral Raise 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 Laying Lateral Raise?

Other exercises for the delts include Lateral Raise Bodyweight, Machine Lateral Raise, Plate Lateral Raise and Landmine Lateral Raise.

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