# One-Arm Dumbbell Lateral Raise

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/one-arm-dumbbell-lateral-raise

Also known as: Single-Arm Lateral Raise, One-Arm Side Raise, One-Arm DB Lateral Raise, Single-Arm Dumbbell Lateral Raise, One-Arm Dumbbell Side Raise

Body region: Shoulders

## Muscles

- Main: Deltoid
- Helps: Supraspinatus, Trapezius
- Holds: Serratus Anterior

## Equipment

- Dumbbells

## Technique

1. Stand tall with a dumbbell in one hand at your side; hold a rack or your hip with the other hand.
2. Keep a slight bend in the working elbow.
3. Raise the arm out to the side until it is level with your shoulder.
4. Lower slowly, then switch arms after the set.

### Cues

- Lead with the elbow; the hand stays at or below elbow height.
- Keep the torso upright; do not lean away.

### Common mistakes

- Swinging the body to start the lift.
- Shrugging the shoulder toward the ear.

## Variations

- [Incline Side-Lying Lateral Raise](https://heatsy.app/ex/incline-side-lying-lateral-raise)
- [Side-Lying Lateral Raise](https://heatsy.app/ex/side-lying-lateral-raise)

## Alternatives

- [Lateral Raise](https://heatsy.app/ex/lateral-raise)
- [Machine Lateral Raise](https://heatsy.app/ex/machine-lateral-raise)