Machine lateral raise
General guidance. This page has not been reviewed by a qualified professional yet.
Machine lateral raise. Raise arms to the sides to around shoulder height and lower slowly.
How to do this exercise: Machine lateral raiseSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Adjust the seat and pads as instructed so your upper arms can lift comfortably sideways. Support your back and keep feet on the floor.
- Make the movement
Raise arms to the sides to around shoulder height and lower slowly.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Do not swing your torso or shrug toward your ears.
Log the number shown on the machine. Pulley ratios vary, so compare results on the same machine.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- Both sides together
- How load is measured
- Machine-displayed load
Main muscles
Side deltoids
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Adjust the seat and pads as instructed so your upper arms can lift comfortably sideways. Support your back and keep feet on the floor.
- Raise arms to the sides to around shoulder height and lower slowly.
Common mistakes
- Do not swing your torso or shrug toward your ears.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.