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Mid Air Lateral Raises with Switching Palms

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Mid Air Lateral Raises with Switching Palms target the shoulder muscles by changing palm orientations, emphasizing different deltoid sections. This exercise improves shoulder strength and stability, particularly useful for enhancing shoulder width and posture.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms by your sides.
  2. Lift arms to the sides until they are parallel to the floor.
  3. Switch palm orientation during the movement, alternating between palms facing down and forward.
  4. Lower arms slowly to the starting position.
  5. Maintain a slight bend in the elbows throughout the exercise.

Muscles worked

Primary Deltoid Anterior Deltoid Lateral

Secondary Trapezius Upper Fibers

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