How to Work the Shoulder With Lever Lying Rear Lateral Raise

The shoulders are one of the hardest muscle groups to work because of their location. You can lift weights for months without seeing any improvements in your back. The best way to work that area is to use the proper exercises. One of the best ways to work the shoulders is to use the lever lying rear lateral raise.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Exercise Machine
• Weight Bench (optional)
• Dumbbells (optional)

1. Lay flat down on the exercise machine, with your stomach and chest pressing against the seat. Your feet should be resting on the floor to support your weight.
2. Place your arms on the lever arms of the machine, keeping your elbows bent slightly and below your shoulders. The back of your upper arms should be pressed firmly against the machine's arms.
3. Lift your arms up in a perpendicular motion, pushing against the machine. Your elbows should go behind your back.
4. Hold the position for 1-2 seconds before releasing. Return your arms to their original position.
5. Repeat the motion 12-15 for 4-6 repetitions. You can continue doing this exercise until you work up to more repetitions.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your arms moving in a perpendicular motion to your body, with your elbows bent.
• Your elbows should stay bent throughout the movement, even when returning.
• An alternative method is to lay flat on a weight bench, holding a dumbbell in each hand. Simply follow the same method as described above.
• Watch that you don't move your arms too high. You should feel a little pressure, but not pain, which can be a sign that something is wrong.