Band lateral raise
- Basic
- Resistance band
Raise to shoulder height without shrugging
Muscles worked
- Primary:
- Shoulders
How to do it
- Stand on the middle of the band with one foot and hold the ends at your sides.
- Raise your arms out to the sides up to shoulder height, elbows slightly bent.
- Lower for 2 s under control.
Common mistakes
- Going above shoulder height and bringing your traps in.
- Using body momentum.
Tips
- Light resistance and high reps — the burn is what matters here.
- Lead with your elbows, not your hands.