Side Lateral Raise Machine
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a Lateral Raise is unique from other Later Raise exercises. Here is how: you use a Seated Lateral Raise Machine. Using a machine allows you to focus less on maintaining balance, | than if you were performing a Standing Lateral Raise with dumbbells. Not focussing on balancing allows you to focus more on each contraction in your in Middle deltoids.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate a Seated Lateral Raise Machine.
2) Select a suitable weight.
3) Adjust the seat height, so that your elbows rest against the pads.
4) Sit on the machine.
5) Place your feet flat on the floor, wide apart.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Keeping your core muscles tight, exhale as you flex your shoulders while lifting the pads upwards
3) ...until they reach shoulder-level.
4) Squeeze your delts and hold for a count of two seconds.
5) Then, inhale as you return the pads to its starting position using a slow and controlled movement.
6) Repeat reps for a full set.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Try not to swing the machine up (only use your shoulders).
Keep a strictly upright posture, which will assure that the tension of the movement is held in your shoulders, providing you with the maximum possible benefit.
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