Shoulders · Beginner

Machine Lateral Raise

Side Delts

Equipment: Lateral Raise Machine

How to do it

• Set the seat so the pads rest just above your elbows
• Sit tall, feet planted, elbows bent about 90°
• Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears
• Lift the pads out to the sides, leading with your elbows
• Stop at shoulder height, then lower slowly

Common mistake

✕ SHRUGGING THE PADS UP → ✓ SHOULDERS DOWN, ELBOWS LEAD

Starting point: 3 sets × 12–15 reps, 60s rest.

In the app: rotate the 3D model, slow it down and watch the mistake next to the correct form.

Cues checked against: acefitness.org, uwo.ca, hrs.byu.edu.