Band lateral raise

Stand on a band and raise your arms out to the sides to shoulder height, targeting the side delts for broader, stronger shoulders.

How to do it

1. 01Stand on the middle of the band with feet hip-width apart, an end in each hand and arms by your sides.
2. 02Keep a slight bend in your elbows, draw your shoulders down and lightly brace your abs.
3. 03Raise your arms out to the sides, leading with your elbows, until they reach shoulder height.
4. 04Pause at the top, then lower slowly against the pull of the band.

Common mistakes

• Shrugging as you lift — keep your shoulders down and stop at shoulder height.
• Swinging your body for momentum — stay still and move slowly; use a lighter band if needed.
• Locking the elbows or bending them a lot — keep the same slight bend throughout.