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Lateral Raise (Machine)

A movement that trains your shoulders, done with a machine. Your traps and middle back help out.

Lateral Raise (Machine), starting position
EquipmentMachine
Type—
Push or pull—
LevelBeginner

Muscles you'll work

Lateral Raise (Machine) muscles worked, front viewLateral Raise (Machine) muscles worked, back view
ShouldersPrimaryTraps · Middle BackSecondary

How to do it

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back against the pad.
  2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and keep your arms straight.
  3. Exhale and raise your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower your arms back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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