How to Do
How to Do Single Arm Seated Side Lateral Raise With Dumbbell on Ball
Each single arm seated side lateral raise with dumbbell on ball should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop this single arm seated side lateral raise with dumbbell on ball.
Beginning
Beginning Single Db Side Raise Seated
1. Select a SB that allows you to sit on it with your knees bent at 90 degrees.
2. Sit upright on the SB, with your feet together, while holding a DB in your hand. Tighten your abdominal and glute muscles to help stabilize you on the SB.
Movement
Single Db Side Raise Seated Movement
1. Raise one arm up to the side, stopping at approximately shoulder height. Your arm should be straight, and your wrist in line with your forearm.
2. Slowly return the arm to the starting position at your side, rest and repeat until you've completed all the repetitions.
3. Make sure that you're not leaning your body to the side or using momentum to lift the weight during the exercise.
Benefits
Single Db Side Raise Seated Benefits
Perform this exercise at home or in the gym.
It builds up muscular strength in the shoulder muscles. Your core muscles will also be activated to keep your torso stable on the SB.
Variations
You can increase the challenge by decreasing the stability.
You can lift up one leg when sitting on the SB, and do the same exercise.
Alternatively, you can put one foot on a medicine ball while sitting on the SB.
For the most challenging, place both feet on a medicine ball, while sitting on the SB.
