Exercise

Machine Lateral Raise

Also known as: lever lateral raise, machine side raise, lateral raise machine

Machine Lateral Raise is a isolation exercise for the shoulders. Main target: lateral deltoid. Also works: anterior deltoid and upper traps. Equipment: machine.

EquipmentMachine

TypeIsolation

MovementPush

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Lateral deltoid

Secondary

Anterior deltoid Upper traps

How to do it

Sit in the lateral raise machine with the pads resting against the outside of your upper arms or elbows.
Raise the arms out to the sides until the upper arms are parallel to the floor.
Pause briefly at the top without shrugging the shoulders.
Lower under control and repeat.