Dumbbell Lying Rear Delt Raise

Classification

Instructions

Preparation

Lie on side with legs separated for support. Grasp dumbbell in front of chest, palm facing down, arm extended forward with slight bend.

Execution

Raise dumbbell from floor until it travels above shoulder. Return dumbbell to floor at original position. Repeat.

Comments

Maintain fixed elbow position straight or slightly bent and keep upper arm perpendicular to trunk throughout exercise.

Muscles

Target

• Deltoid, Posterior

Synergists

• Infraspinatus
• Teres Minor
• Deltoid, Lateral
• Trapezius, Middle
• Trapezius, Lower
• Rhomboids

Stabilizers

• Triceps Brachii