Lateral Deltoid Raise

TARGET MUSCLE: Deltoid (lateral)

Preparation
Arms start slightly anterior to the body, palms facing the thighs. (This starting position helps protect the shoulder joint)
Engage the abdominals, bend the knees slightly, and position the feet about shoulder-width apart.

Execution
Keep elbows slightly flexed and abduct at the shoulders to raise the arms 90 degrees (i.e., to shoulder height).
Pause, and then slowly return to the starting position.

Note:
Remember not to raise your arms too high - stop the elbows when they reach shoulder height.
Elbows can be flexed to reduce the intensity of this exercise.

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3. Vertical Leg Hip Raise
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