Machine Lateral Raise
Also known as: Lateral Raise Machine, Lever Lateral Raise, Machine Side Lateral Raise, Machine Side Raise, Seated Lateral Raise Machine, Side Raise Machine, Lateral Delt Machine, Seated Machine Lateral Raise, Seated Side Raise Machine
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Set the seat height so each shoulder joint lines up with the machine's axis of rotation.
- Sit with your chest against the pad and place your arms against the side pads.
- Raise the pads out to the sides until your arms are level with your shoulders.
- Lower slowly until the weight stack nearly touches.
Cues
- Push with the elbows, not the hands.
- Keep the shoulders down and the neck relaxed.
Common mistakes
- Sitting too high or low so the arms rotate off the pivot.
- Letting the weight drop between reps.