Dumbbell Lateral Raise (Single Arm)
– hold dumbbell down by your side at arms length with palms facing inwards
– with the free arm, grip a solid surface like a chair
– maintain a tight core and upright posture
– with a slight bend in your elbow, lift the dumbbell outwards from your side, hand slightly tilted
– raise the dumbbell until arms are parallel to the floor
– pause slightly at the top, then slower lower the dumbbell back to your side
– repeat for desired repetitions
– once complete, switch arms and repeat
Note: this exercise can also be done with both arms at once, or even seated