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Band Lateral Raise

Stand on the band and raise the handles out to shoulder height, leading with the elbows.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Side delts
Movement
Push

Sets and reps

  • For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
  • For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
  • Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the side delts, for when the resistance band is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Band Lateral Raise work?
The Band Lateral Raise mainly works the side delts.
What equipment do you need for the Band Lateral Raise?
A resistance band.
How many sets and reps of the Band Lateral Raise?
For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
What can I do instead of the Band Lateral Raise?
Barbell Behind-the-Neck Press, Barbell Upright Row, Cable Upright Row and Dumbbell 6-Way Shoulder Raise work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Band Lateral Raise to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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