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Lateral Raise - Elbow Flexed, Dumbbell

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  • HOW: Grab a dumbbell in each hand and start in a standing position. With your elbows bent and at your side, bring them both straight up from the side as high as you can go.
  • FEEL: You should feel the muscles in your shoulder working. 
  • COMPENSATION: Don’t lean forwards or backwards while raising your elbows up.

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