Shoulders shrug on the raise
Upper traps elevate; the medial delt is underloaded.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Band Lateral Raise
Coaching cues
- Stand on the band with both feet; hold the ends at the sides
- Raise both arms to shoulder height against the band resistance
- The band adds resistance at the bottom — unlike dumbbells which are easy there
- Pause at shoulder height; lower slowly under band tension
Common faults 2
Arms raise above shoulder height
Upper trap takes over above the shoulder plane; keep the range to 90 degrees.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗