Target Rear Delts with Seated Regular Rear Delt Raises

Seated Regular Rear Delt Raises

Rep Range

Hypertrophy/Strength : 8-12||Endurance/Hypertrophy : 12-16

Hints

On an armless chair's edge, hold dumbbells beneath legs with palms facing each other. Hinge forward, then, with slight arm bend, raise dumbbells laterally targeting rear deltoids.

Common Mistakes

Avoid using momentum or over-lifting. Focus on controlled movements.

Breathing

Inhale when lowering; exhale when lifting. Repeat.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Rear Shoulders

Secondary Muscles

Middle Shoulders, Traps, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor

Tertiary Muscles

Front Shoulders