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Machine Lateral Raise

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Lateral raise machine setup →
How to do itPicture · 3 steps
  1. 1Shoulder joint lined up with the pivot
  2. 2Push out with your elbows
  3. 3Pause briefly at the top

Most common mistake

Seat height wrong, so the pads drag up your arms.

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Why research scores it 88
Target tension · 35%5/5
Loaded stretch · 25%3/5
Progression · 20%5/5
Low cost · 20%5/5
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