Seated Lateral Raise
Strengthen your shoulders! This seated exercise isolates your deltoids for a more focused and effective workout.
The Seated Lateral Raise mainly works the shoulders. You'll need: exercise bench or dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Seated Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Seated Lateral Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Seated Lateral Raise
Sit on a bench with feet planted, holding a dumbbell at each side with palms facing inward. Back support is optional.
Keep a slight bend in your elbows and maintain that angle during the raise.
Lift the upper arms outward toward shoulder height, keeping your torso steady and wrists aligned.
Lower slowly to your sides. Avoid shrugging, swinging or lifting above a comfortable range.
Repeat with a weight you can control throughout the movement.
Seated Lateral Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Seated Lateral Raise work?
The Seated Lateral Raise mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Seated Lateral Raise?
Exercise bench or dumbbells.
What workout day should the Seated Lateral Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Seated Lateral Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Seated Lateral Raise, Barbell Seated Front Raise, Dumbbell Seated W Press and Dumbbell Side-Lying Lateral Raise.
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