Shoulders · Band

Lateral Raise (Band)

Capped delts with constant band tension.

Lateral Raise (Band) exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Stand on the middle of a band, holding an end in each hand at your sides.
  2. Raise your arms out to the sides up to shoulder height.
  3. Pause briefly with elbows slightly bent.
  4. Lower slowly, resisting the band on the way down.

The one cue that matters

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Lead with your elbows and keep wrists neutral, don't shrug the traps up.

Muscles worked

The Lateral Raise (Band) isolates the Shoulders — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted shoulders volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Lateral Raise (Band) work?

The Lateral Raise (Band) primarily works the Shoulders.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

How many sets and reps of Lateral Raise (Band)?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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