How to perform Lateral Raise (Machine)

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Lateral Raise (Machine)

Also known as: Lateral Raise (Machine).

Lateral raise machine.

How to perform this exercise

Adjust the seat to align the pivots with the shoulders and rest the pads against the outer upper arms.
Raise the pads sideways to about shoulder height while keeping the torso supported.
Lower under control without clattering the weight stack.

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Understand RPE and RIR

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Progressive overload

Progress through reps, weight, and similar execution.

Using your training log

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