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Alternating Deltoid Raise

StrengthBeginner Shoulders Dumbbell
Alternating Deltoid Raise, step 1
1. Raise the dumbbells out to the sides to shoulder height with soft elbows; lower them.
Alternating Deltoid Raise, step 2
2. On the next rep raise them forward (toward the viewer) to shoulder height and lower; keep alternating, no swinging.

How to do it

  1. In a standing position, hold a pair of dumbbells at your side.
  2. Keeping your elbows slightly bent, raise the weights directly in front of you to shoulder height, avoiding any swinging or cheating.
  3. Return the weights to your side.
  4. On the next repetition, raise the weights laterally, raising them out to your side to about shoulder height.
  5. Return the weights to the starting position and continue alternating to the front and side.

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