Shoulders exercise · dumbbell
Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise (Support Head)
The dumbbell rear lateral raise (support head) is a dumbbell exercise that targets the shoulders (deltoids), with the traps and rhomboids assisting.
How to do the dumbbell rear lateral raise (support head)
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.
- Raise your arms out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows, until they are parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the shoulders (deltoids). The traps and rhomboids work as secondary muscles. See all shoulder exercises or every dumbbell exercise.
