How To Build Massive Shoulders Ft. BEN PAKULSKI

How to master the dumbbell and cable lateral raise to build bigger shoulders, with special guest Ben Pakulski.
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[@1playmakerand]

Mate, Ben is so knowledgable, he’s defiantly something I would want to see more of in your videos. Good video, keep em coming bro.

[@dcny69]

Julio Hooton defiantly??!?!? Idiot 😆😆😆😆😆

[@areyouskunked4534]

@@dcny69 mate he meant definitely if u couldn't tell ur the idiot innit

[@adamshields259]

YES

[@spiderjerusalem4009]

@@dcny69 don't insult yourself. You using emoticons insults youself even worse

[@larryjohnson8704]

Ben used to be a big guy! He is no longer shopping at www.us-domesticsupply.ws ?

[@alexthomas4967]

Who else think Mike should have at least 1M subs by now? He’s consistently putting out sick content on Instagram and KZbin!

[@dcny69]

Alex Thomas hope you feel better 😷🤦‍♂️

[@Andy-hm7ow]

We're getting there :D!!

[@zmh786]

Simp

[@madmanwow7236]

Alex Thomas your the fool who trains chest everyday like wtf

[@Marcos-qq6jb]

madman wow you’re*

[@SwedishVagabond85]

Seeing Mike, twice my size, using just 8kg was a wakeup call. Hut shoulders today and looked at my form - I mean REALLY looked - and realized I've been hitting more front delta than middle in side raises. I dropped weights to 5-6 kg and used the tips from this video. I felt it way better in middle delts. This is def an exercise where ego lifting has no place. Thanks for one of your best vids Mike

[@kw1213]

Ego lifting NEVER has a place dude, this should be applied to all movements.

[@arturnorge6875]

No ego lifting needed on side raises, but still try to have some form of progression. You should do a lot of sets and of course get stronger over the years

[@jamiegreyy]

Not necessarily ego lifting, but forced/assisted reps certainly have their place at the end of your last set for example.

[@VoiceOfThe]

Love Pakulski! Fountain of knowledge. Nice one, Mike.

[@MrNizVID]

You can really tell Ben is so damn knowledgeable! I guess anyone who can make mike look like a student in training, would be so.

[@arturnorge6875]

Basic knowledge of anatomy bro

[@chule10lamasia]

I could listen to Ben Pakulski for hours while he is explaining, his knowledge is mindblowing - it's so pleasant and above all informative to listen to. Great video as usual, Mike! Also interesting to see you in the role of "being taught" from someone.

[@colinomeara1049]

junior scofield ben’s ‘muscle intelligence’ podcast is great! I would highly recommend it if you haven’t listened to it already. He has new ones each week

[@chule10lamasia]

@@colinomeara1049 thanks mate

[@Agnes135]

You should listen to Dr Mike Isratel, one of the most knowledgable people on muscle physiology on the planet

[@freelancer-st4yc]

​@@Agnes135 absolutely not israetel is a clown

[@outrageousPlanBT]

This exercise is a bit intimidating seeing as Mike is struggling with 8kg

[@anonymouspeople7304]

KBzRNCE amen sister

[@petarprlina423]

it really is hard. I can't do 10 reps with 5kg let alone 8

[@nvmffs]

@@petarprlina423 How do you guys make it so difficult? I mean it's understandable if you've done 3 shoulder exercises before that but otherwise...

[@ptahchiev]

@@nvmffs ROIDS - that's how

[@Culterin]

@@nvmffs Because you don't know how to contract only your shoulder

[@nomercy8989]

Slow and controlled? No ego lifting? This sounds like advice The Doctor would give us.

[@p89costam]

So Ben is a doctor too 😱

[@Guppusmaximus]

Why would anyone want to do ego lifting on such a vain (and useless) exercise? I guess if you want an impingement.

[@j.b8728]

Mike, do more of these instructional videos. Ben is excellent, thanks for sharing his knowledge. Enjoy the day!

[@hishamm721]

Ben understands muscle anatomy more than anyone esle ever in the sport. He is out of the world when it comes to this kind of stuff !

[@TC10Football]

Ben Pakulski's legs were monstrous back in the day... I still have nightmares to this day

[@anthonyproffitt5341]

They still look quite large. I’d bet with a good leg pump and not wearing black spandex, they would still be a fright.

[@ixspectre]

Jim The Boomer lmaoo

[@phantom5185]

Yes, he was a "Monster" but then he got distracted by a pussy, and had kids. Now he owns a gym in Flordia

[@kaasamalikhan6804]

@Jim The Boomer really?

[@cameronpage2878]

I’ve been following Ben’s work for many years and I am forever grateful for his wisdom. He is the guru of bodybuilding🙏🏼

[@chrisburke624]

Amazing how ALL OF US probably weren't maximizing out delt training until we saw this video, and it's truly such a simple fix that makes so much sense. Mike, you honestly put out amazing content, very much appreciated! Ben, always been a fan also, thanks for this :)

[@barang23]

Ben Pakulski is such a great trainer. His explanations on muscle alignment during workout is very informative.

[@jackc3899]

Leant so much from this video thanks 🙏

[@jackc3899]

Watching on big tv in Newcastle !! Thanks for the love mike

[@alexrivera4598]

You must be a newbie.

[@jackc3899]

Just when mike isolating the 5th head of 7th head on mikes deltoid I thought was very advanced you must be a professional was just appreciating thurstons tips

[@jackc3899]

Chris burke excellent comment

[@elvaregilsson3675]

More of this please this guy knows his shit

[@JH-sn8kg]

This is probably the best shoulder video I"ve come across

[@boxerfencer]

BPak, your muscle is strongest mid range of ROM, so with the cable lateral raise, the resistance profile is best matched when the 90 degree cable and arm conjunction about half way up, not at the start as you suggest. 5:14

[@boxerfencer]

Besides, why would you want to make the bottom the hardest? It's where the supraspinatus predominates! If this supericial type of knowledge, erroneously applied, makes for a pro bodybuilder, i fear what i could do if i was 30 years younger.

[@davidbanner9001]

Ben knows his stuff. Why swing the arm? Why do multiple exercises for the same muscle? Just use the best exercise. Also remember that you are strongest at the bottom of the lateral raise. Great to see this. It just makes sense.

[@songsofthecentury3909]

Love the way Ben is always talking about the angle of the dangle.

[@Tmr2010]

Spot on. Ben is, honestly, my fav. No question

[@MarinoKatsouris]

Ben Pak forcing any muscle to grow! Great content as always bro 👊🏼

[@Neo-oq3rx]

Could listen to Ben all day. His knowledge isn't forced it's effortless. Knows what he's talking about

[@Shift1dwn5up]

Ben is a mastermind !! One of the best

[@nandishhalemani4203]

So much knowledge this guy has

[@saschaBman]

If your lateral head is lacking you should work them at least twice a week . I usually do them twice and at least 12 sets sometimes 16 to 20 light weight and focused on the actual movement. Enjoying to pain knowing that it will make a difference.

[@funsize198]

video comes at a good time because I've been trying to make my shoulders bigger.

[@theflyingninja1]

Shit, this guy is pure information. I had to pause the video every couple of minutes just to let it all sink in.

[@shaunpedersen2992]

Loved this vid, lots of useful information. Big Ben Pakulski 💪

[@kevben3923]

We need more videos with Ben !

[@paullawrence8667]

I always use 7-10kilo dumbbells for raises, aswell as front cable raises, so the time under tension is there aswell as the volume. I get some funny stares in the gym, as you see them meatballs, half repping like 20-25kilo screaming on every rep. Form is always more important than weight in my eyes, an I’ve only done 3 years of Sports science in the past.

[@rikussmit1297]

I was actually thinking of side delts today. This was so insightful. WOW!!!

[@AndreInvests]

Thank you for sharing this Mike! Ben Pakulski knows his stuff and great seeing him in this video! Those lying cable side laterals looked like burners for sure!!

[@justjacqueline2004]

Mr Pakulski is huge.The exercise is not easy but well worth it.

[@Blizzpoint]

Content so real so honest. You are down to earth. Subscribed

[@ez6084]

Definitely a useful video once again. Please keep on the good work whilst living the good life in Dubai.

[@spencernicholson4317]

More content like this mike! So much better and more in depth than the general training videos we’ve all seen so many of. Good work 👍🏽

[@johnnyromano5764]

Amazing video Mike, so much knowledge and I love how humble you still are despite having such a good body. Keep pushing, I bet you'll become even more successful than you already are 💪💪

[@alexandreverdan1324]

Great information here! Thanks Mike!

[@nariverjcm]

Thank you man ! Your videos help me so much. 👍🏼

[@mrminiature11]

Idk why but I love the way Ben speaks

[@s4kii]

Just excellent.

[@budgetking2591]

I love side raises, i do them while leaning my chest against a bench with a slight decline, makes them even heavier to do.

[@ghettopresident6894]

Ben is a hell of a coach. Very intelligent. The only problem is remembering all the informations when he is not by your side.

[@zahraiqbal6752]

Loved the vid as always xxxx

[@mrgman3229]

Ben is a wealth of knowledge

[@FlipperKoala]

As usual, Mike is on point and displaying excellent execution of the exercise. I can't believe how quickly this channel has become my go to for all gym exercises.

[@davidbetancourt1of1]

7:24 well Mike has 7 deltoids while I only have one 🤣

[@flizzy4645]

Mike is always lean all yr round like that constancy I’ve been watching you for 3yrs

[@bd8421]

Saw a similar video about shoulders the other day. Only did 7kg lat raises and my shoulders were in bits. Good to see this video backs up everything I previously saw 👍🏼

[@ninjathehuskey4373]

Absolute quality.

[@bogdanditu11]

This advice has helped me a lot in understanding how to build shoulders! Thank you Mike for all the shared value on your channel. You are the one who taught me how to lift weights and I am very grateful for this! Life changing stuff 💪I hope someday I ll be in the position to apply for one of your courses. Take care!

[@wonderfulworldofmarkets9033]

Huge fan of Ben Pakulski, awesome to see you guys team up!

[@tromokilakias]

Ben is a legend

[@ahmeddoudou5921]

Sehr gut danke. Hier sieht man schön wie die Schulter arbeitet.

[@highentropy2468]

I would avoid any internal rotation of the shoulder when doing lateral raises. Over time this can be problematic and cause supraspintus impingement. In fact as a Physio I put the shoulder INTO internal rotation and add some isometric pressure to TEST for positive impingement signs so do not internally rotate the shoulder when lifting weight.

[@adamhadley7196]

I also make sure i drop my shoulders down towards the ground before side lat raises, better contraction

[@conbjjicon]

Without watching he'll say whats on top is whats getting trained.. Love big Ben

[@TechWiz1983]

This is golden, excellent work showing what truly matters!

[@alexludwick95]

I like this Ben guy... he knows his shit

[@steerpike66]

Professor Ben onstage was a fucking terminator. Those wheels man, insane.

[@casmartin790]

I've watched your channel grow by more than half a million subs, Mike, you're on great work. I've been so educated by this one here, thank you!

[@christianaskari7753]

Thank you for creating this video. As always, great content Mike.

[@jmnatividad6486]

Awesome video, really really helps!

[@rc00per]

3:29 who know B.Pak was a physicist. Always enjoy learning new methods from him. Thanks

[@Masimo_Yovanni]

Jeff Cavaliere says internal rotation of shoulder whilst performing shoulder raises will mess your shoulders up long term as it goes against the natural motion of the shoulder more likely resulting in nerve impingement.

[@RC-hv1yx]

That, and it literally adds 0 extra tension to the lateral deltoid. You can get the same quality contraction of the muscle without doing it, so it makes absolutely no sense to tell people to do it. Though this video's approach to lateral raises is still way better than what I commonly see in the gym.. *shudders*

[@johnellis743]

Fucking love the combination of these 2 working out! Form and knowledge is golden! More workouts together please!!

[@harderbetterfastable]

This content is unreal! I have learned so much from this and tried this exercises straight away and it feels amazing!

[@shevy9146]

seeing Ben Pakulski finding room to improve on Mike was mindblowing. 2 Beasts on " how to perform an excersise"

[@mglifestylefitness4397]

Hit mine twice a week... Once with dumbbells the other with bands... Heavy does have its purpose... Running the rack is key!!

[@ed_brooksbank8600]

Two legends 💯

[@MaroArmoni]

I absolutely love this channel. Keep up the good work Mike 💪

[@thelastwehrmacht5387]

If u want delts do overhead presss variations and get strong over time with rear delt work aswell

[@judemichaelhanna4867]

Thank you Mike for this...simple and direct info...

[@jayshaw1004]

Mike, a big Fan Hi from Pakistan...excellent stuff. Respect brother for the effort and the quality of content you are putting through. Really helpful !!!

[@MasterOfMisc]

What a fantastic video. Loved the knowledge that Ben shares in this video. Nice one Mike.

[@LandscapeInMotion]

Nice job Mike!

[@rashidshamim4302]

Loved this !!!!!

[@Ze_Ninguem]

Ben advice is gold, but don't forget to train your faster white fibers. Sometimes you should do 2 or 3 sets of heavier fast repetitions.

[@ambientmusic4199]

Again a masterpiece of video together whit Ben Pakulski, about your shoulders Mike did you look good at yourself in the mirror, there is nothing to complain about Brother !

[@maxlandy7642]

Great to see someone in the shape you are ìn struggling to lift 8kg. More people should see this and they would like their ego and actually start training with some proper form

[@jonathanevans5053]

Makes such a huge difference dropping the weight and concentrating on the quality of each rep.

[@zaheer795]

BRILLIANT WORKOUT ON SHOULDER

[@iliesdey2086]

Both you and your guest are so knowledgeable .. love you 💪🏼💯

[@nicksaunders106]

Great instructional video. Thanks guys!!

[@antonguidera6820]

Ben Pakulski saved my life. Love that dude

[@BroskiiTeam]

Thanks bro I took your advice and the pump is absolutely wicked keep up the good content 👌🏾

[@jamesball7322]

This is good content my friend,thank you both 💪🏻

[@pavelmoore6323]

Thanks Mike 👍 I am actually going to workout on my shoulders today ! Keep up the awesome content ! 😁

[@sebanapo]

Dope bro 👊🏼💯 Very helpful 🤙🏼

[@Hargeisalyrics00]

Another great video very informative 💡💯

[@tameembadi]

Well done Mike for taking constructive criticism (from BPak) well and actually working on your side delts lol instead of having an ego about it

[@GeorgeSargashian]

Extremely helpful

[@Hammerhead1986]

That's insane! Makes perfect sense as well! Time to leave my ego at the door

[@frankday5683]

Amazing insight to the delts. Can’t wait to try more volume with the lateral raises. 💪✌️

[@JSMFMS]

Thank you so much for this, I’m currently working on my shoulders too. Especially my rear delts, this will be awesome to add to my routine. Thanks Mike!!!!!!!! Great content!!!!

[@TheKwaneleism]

Thanks for well guiding video

[@Rumplestiltskin7]

Awesome video Mike, keep them coming!

[@GoLeafs03]

This wass such a helpful video. Dude you legit have amazing content. Thanks bro

[@missjayne7401]

Great vid. Here's a tip recommended by Erin Stern 2x miss olympia, think about pushing the weight away from the body rather than lifting the weight... works for me!