Exercise guide

Kettlebell Lateral Raise.

Equipment
Kettlebell
Movement
Isolation
Level
Intermediate

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryShoulders
SecondaryTraps, Upper Back

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Grab two kettlebells of an appropriate weight and step into a clear space with feet about hip-width apart.

  2. 02

    Stand tall, brace your core, and keep your shoulders down and back. Let the bells hang by your sides with a neutral grip (palms facing in) and a slight bend in your elbows.

  3. 03

    Inhale to brace, then lift your arms out to the sides until the kettlebells reach shoulder height. Keep your wrists neutral and avoid shrugging—think “lead with the elbows.”

  4. 04

    Pause briefly at the top, then lower slowly back to your sides with control.

  5. 05

    Repeat for your target reps, keeping your torso still (no swinging or leaning).

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