LEAN IN LATERAL RAISE

The lean in lateral raise is an exercise modification of the LATERAL RAISE exercise that is used to increase shoulder abduction strength. Begin by placing on hand on a stable surface like a wall or squat rack and lean your body to the side at a 20-30 degree angle. Hold a dumbbell with your free hand in a thumbs forward grip (mid pronated grip). Raise the weight to approximately shoulder height while remaining in the scapular plane (15-30 degrees horizontal adduction). Use as little momentum as possible while performing this exercise.

Muscles Involved:

• Rotator Cuff (Supraspinatus)

• Deltoids (Lateral Deltoid)

• Upper Trapezius

Related Conditions:

• Rotator Cuff Tear / Supraspinatus Tendinitis

• Shoulder Impingement

• Deltoid Strain

• Glenohumeral labral tear

• Shoulder instability

• Biceps Pulley Sling Irritation

• Strength and Conditioning

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