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Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest

Isolate & sculpt your shoulders with Lever Lateral Raises! The supported chest helps maintain perfect form.

The Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps. You'll need: pec deck machine.

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Required Equipment

Pec Deck Machine
Pec Deck Machine

Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest Muscles Worked

Primary

Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)

Secondary

Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Shoulder Abductor (supraspinatus)

How to do the Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest

  1. Adjust the machine to fit your height. The handles should be at the level of your shoulders when you're seated.

  2. Sit on the machine with your chest against the chest support pad and feet flat on the floor.

  3. Grip the handles with your palms facing down and arms slightly bent at the elbows.

  4. Exhale and raise your arms out to the sides in a smooth arc until they are parallel to the floor. Focus on using your shoulder muscles rather than your back or arms to lift the weight.

  5. Pause at the top of the movement and squeeze your shoulder muscles together.

  6. Inhale as you slowly lower the handles back down to the starting position without letting the weight stack rest in between reps.

  7. Perform the exercise for the desired number of repetitions and sets, ensuring to maintain good form throughout.

Ensure to use a weight that allows for controlled movement throughout the entire exercise and adjust the seat and chest pad as needed for proper alignment.

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Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest FAQs

What muscles does the Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest work?

The Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid.

What equipment do you need for the Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest?

Pec deck machine.

What workout day should the Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest go on?

It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Lever Lateral Raise with Supported Chest variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Lever Lateral Raise, Lever Seated Chest Outdoor Press, Lever Seated Dip and Machine Shoulder Press.

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