Lever Standing Lateral Raise

Muscles worked

Setup

1. Stand in the center of the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
2. Adjust the machine so the pads rest comfortably against your outer forearms, just above the wrists.
3. Grasp the handles lightly with a neutral grip and stand tall with your chest out and shoulders back.

How to do it

1. Exhale as you drive your elbows outward and upward until your upper arms are parallel to the floor.
2. Maintain a slight, fixed bend in your elbows throughout the entire movement.
3. Pause briefly at the top to emphasize the peak contraction in the lateral deltoids.
4. Inhale as you slowly lower the weight back to the starting position, maintaining control and tension.

Form checklist

• Keep your shoulders depressed; avoid shrugging your traps to lift the weight.
• Keep your torso stationary and avoid using momentum or rocking your body.
• Ensure your elbows and wrists rise together in a single plane.
• Stop the movement once your arms reach shoulder height to keep the focus on the deltoids.

Pro tips

• Focus on pushing the pads 'out' toward the side walls rather than just lifting them up.
• Keep a loose grip on the handles to minimize forearm involvement and maximize mind-muscle connection with the shoulders.

Make it harder

• Incorporate a 3-second eccentric (lowering) phase to increase time under tension.
• Perform a 2-second isometric hold at the top of every repetition.

Frequently asked

What muscles does the lever standing lateral raise work?

The lever standing lateral raise primarily targets the deltoids, and also works the rotator cuff and trapezius as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for the lever standing lateral raise?

The lever standing lateral raise uses leverage machine.

Is the lever standing lateral raise good for beginners?

The lever standing lateral raise is rated intermediate. Build a base with simpler variations first, then progress to it with light load and strict form.

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