How to do a dumbbell standing alternate raise

Setup:

1. Stance: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and core engaged.
2. Dumbbell Grip: Hold a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip (palms facing your body). Let your arms hang straight down by your sides.

The Lift:

1. Initiate the Raise: Maintaining a slight bend in your elbows, raise one dumbbell out to the side until your arm is parallel to the floor.
2. Controlled Lowering: Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position, resisting the pull of gravity.
3. Alternate Arms: As soon as the first dumbbell returns to your side, raise the other dumbbell in the same manner.
4. Repeat: Continue alternating arms in a smooth and controlled fashion for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips:

• Focus on the Shoulders: Concentrate on using your shoulder muscles to lift the weight, not your traps or back.
• Keep Torso Stationary: Avoid swinging your torso or using momentum to lift the weight.
• Elbow Position: Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the entire movement.
• Smooth Movement: The raise and lower phases should be smooth and controlled.