A Better Way To Do Lateral Raises

Should you lean in or lean away when doing dumbbell lateral raises? In this short, I'll explore three different lateral raise techniques and explain why leaning in during dumbbell lateral raises might be the most effective approach for side delt growth!

[@-Jozef]

Bro just removed all 3,000,000 tutorials saying leaning out was the best😭

[@Yajoy-kh3kc]

but that was with cable wasn't it?

[@-Jozef]

@@Yajoy-kh3kcI’ve seen them say it with dumbbells

[@minegamerpro1308]

new research = new conclusion with the now more abundance of research saying the stretch part of the movement is the most important for muscle growth, that even doing just the stretch part can sometimes be better, it make sense to modify the exercise to have more tension in the stretch part

[@-Jozef]

@@minegamerpro1308we’ve known for decades that stretch is good, but it wasn’t as popular as it is now

[@jamesabe2000]

Leaning in is better with dumbbells for the reasons he just showed, leaning out is better for cable because it evens the resistance across the range of the rep

[@danieluckyy]

Bro watches this video. Bro learns. Bro implements.

[@JennSarracenia]

🫡

[@keithmunyoro1408]

Bro likes

[@rockraphlegal]

Bro progress. Bro plateaus. Bro dies.

[@deusvult6900]

Bro

[@atischtm8833]

bro says thanks!

[@jdatin770]

Bro just made everything simple and easy to digest while providing no bullshit, ads, or wasted words. Thank you, you're awesome. Please keep doing this.

[@PersianWolverine]

Why is everyone a bro?

[@jdatin770]

Bro bro thats what I'm sayin, everyone is bro

[@Shomethescripture]

Bro, isn’t on gear so I don’t believe anything he says🤣🦾

[@JMD_25]

​@@Shomethescripturehow dumb is that😂😂

[@Shomethescripture]

@@JMD_25 Everyone knows the gear heads have all the knowledge on why they aren’t on gear duh

[@parkerfitzen3609]

There was something so refreshing about this not looping into itself and just having that closure

[@MeanBeanComedy]

Agreed! Just let it end!!

[@akumicobain]

Word

[@Tocaraca]

I hate those looping videos. What a garbage trend.

[@twomillionbagels]

youtubers feeling like cinematic geniuses after adding "and that's why..." at the end of their shorts

[@SpiderBatProductions]

Jeff looking like a 1940s factory worker tough guy

[@mynamedoesntmatter6348]

You win 😂

[@DrCorpse]

lol I came here to say that 😂

[@gersonbatres5826]

God loves you ❤

[@IdiotDoomSpiral69]

"Why I oughtta" ahh

[@auggiecontreras8068]

Oh shit!! 😂

[@sanchitanandi4672]

Bro is built like an WWII tank.

[@DJH3ARTL3SS]

Panzer or Sherman ?

[@ARandomShitposter]

​@@DJH3ARTL3SSwas gonna say that

[@CarpDiemBaby]

Bro what are you on??? He’s a nerd not a tank

[@rayansimaan856]

More like a tiger h1

[@sanchitanandi4672]

@@CarpDiemBaby I'm on juice.

[@noodlem5000]

Bro’s bringing back that early 20th century bodybuilder fashion

[@vmmurphy3918]

lol

[@theperfectbeing]

Way to rock 1980s Jean Claude Van Damme outfit from his movies. Solid tips as always, keep the content coming.

[@KaneFord]

This dude's videos are so damn smart. Love it.

[@cremdeniro237]

Mf right

[@tunabestfish]

how

[@lucaspostiglione6717]

Dude explains gravity poorly and he is a genius. Adds up.

[@ericmamleev]

*Friends, I did 8 one arm pull ups, please support me*

[@thatdude8884]

True. I still feel like the other leaning variation is better cause it hits more of the delt at 90 degrees. He's right in that you can't really cheat his way.

[@johnnyw329]

Good stuff as usual. Lean in when doing dumbbells and lean out when using the cables. Gold nuggets for free!

[@rayleh7855]

Thank you for your practical logic, It all makes sense to me now! 🎉🎉

[@MrRossT1]

No. You do not lean out when using cables. You lean in toward the weight stack. Read Doug Brignole's book. This is where Jeff is getting the info.

[@Castleromeo14]

WRONG. You do the same thing. Lean in with both.

[@codybulluss1987]

​@@MrRossT1 You don't have to lean with cables because there's always constant tension.

[@JayCapo]

@@codybulluss1987 correct

[@tubaraofluente]

I absolutely love how he says there's nothing wrong with the normal one

[@krishnagosavi9407]

This stuff seems so simple when you explain it, but I never would’ve thought it myself. Beautiful stuff

[@Avengersfans2]

I love his small tips that could change life

[@armitageshanks2499]

His small tip

[@NC7011]

Nah it might help you in your workout but I'm sure it won't change your life 😅

[@-Jozef]

@@NC7011bigger delts will change anyone’s life

[@interdimensional3563]

If your entire life entails only delt work then absolutely

[@Trenscendent]

That's what she said

[@StrugglerIndeed]

These small tips achieving more stretch and ROM in various generic exercises is radically changing my life.

[@user-uo6cr5vc4o]

Radically changed youre life? You Sure youre not Talking about the sauce? The salsa injection

[@StrugglerIndeed]

@@user-uo6cr5vc4o 😁

[@franciscoreis3717]

Radically changing your life? Dawg than that life aint much is it

[@contestwill1556]

maybe they were watching a Playlist of these tips instead of watching where they were going while crossing the street and got hit by a car, seriously injuring them

[@AdrianoJolivesi]

If you use cable you can do the “lean away” and still get the tension. 😊

[@DuncanL7979]

With cables you don't need to lean at all. The cable positioning is important. Adjusting to have the pulley right where your hand naturally rests at your side is the best for tension in the stretched position.

[@MatthewBennettFPV]

@@DuncanL7979 this.. Jeff even has videos showing this.

[@toogud7918]

@@DuncanL7979I can attest to this, I have been doing rear fly and latter raises like Jeff said and I have seen more gains and better feelings on my lifts all around

[@darylgraham4313]

Truly a goated short. Just clean info that can easily help us

[@kaykher]

I see the double entendre

[@daddybedros]

I’ve never commenter on Yourube in my life…. Leaning in lateral raise was magic. Thank you sir

[@NofirstnameNolastname]

He's not Lying

[@Juicetra10]

Don’t comment again

[@fading.8997]

You lost your streak

[@daniel-san836]

i love the way i actually understand what you're saying and now have properly learned something really useful. great teacher. thank you

[@Guitar4life99]

Love your videos, tired of my old life and am going through a complete overhaul. This includes the way I look, and my fitness, I do not have an option for a gym at the moment so these videos really help.

[@dannyw7479]

These videos are killing it! Short, informative, no BS, straight to the point. Luv it.

[@thatf_inguy8220]

Honestly, Ive given up on DB lat raises altogether after moving to your recommendation of cables at hand height. Its so much more effective and less fatiguing.

[@Nidarru]

Well, not everybody has access to cables. But if you do, yeah that's superior

[@AS-pug]

Yh I’ve learned some invaluable tips from Jeff. The hand height cable raises and using the using the rear delt machine but with one facing the side, both have had incredible effects on growth

[@Chrontard]

@@Nidarru resistance band costs what, 5 bucks? 10? it might be even better than cable

[@TxMxT27]

@@Chrontard No it isn't. It's only going to challenge the shortened position of the movement

[@loveinthevalley]

​@@Nidarrubands are pretty accessible, you just have less increment, but you can get around that by increasing reps or eccentric count

[@peetos-chan2835]

The "menno henselmans " lateral raise! The Menno!

[@xhalo_4137]

Yuuup, been using it for weeks now and it kills your side delts lol

[@DenaturedProtein]

The Menno

[@murphdog9506]

Watched menno talk about this awhile back. Really lights the shoulders up with very light weight

[@pierrea3094]

I love this version for when I don’t have cables. Coach Kassem has a sweet one using DBs on a bench that looks cool too

[@DenaturedProtein]

@@pierrea3094 could you share the link?

[@Matt_Sensenmann]

I love how the short is edited to explain things better ❤ new sub 🖤

[@ilyas_XD]

The good thing about the regular method is training both delts at the same time

[@tomashgrey2211]

Yeah, saves time)

[@ali09gaming58]

​@@tomashgrey2211yeh like the world is waiting for you to do something to save it from a nuclear war or some it

[@ilyas_XD]

@@ali09gaming58 not everyone is unemployed like u sir

[@Noqqin]

@@ilyas_XD ☠️

[@NinjaScorpio]

That is actually worse btw.

[@user-fj5wx2kw9h]

Jeffff got that 70s bodybuilding look

[@onewarriornation602]

😂😂😂He doesn't even have that 1920's physique much less 1970's.

[@pineapplehazeclub]

He has the pants from 70s

[@gibbsm]

it's the small traps.

[@berserkangel2282]

Gamechanger. This even helped me stretch out a part of my shoulder that bothers me a lot. You're awesome.

[@mw0ellie]

Love how you say there’s nothing wrong with all three options, you did it so respectfully and clearly

[@elenanapoles]

Are people criticizing him ? Really all the progress I have with my upper body is thanks to his sciences basic tips and very well explained videos. I'm 60 years old , soooooo.

[@peterman8848]

The only criticism here is that it's literally only 1/2 an inch on the eccentric that it's changing from a normal lateral raise.

[@kingo5940]

​@@peterman8848and you're wasting time cause you can't do both simultaneously. I think I'll just stay with the usual standing one

[@redmoogle]

He's good but he also says there's nothing wrong with the standard standing variation. Also among any serious lifters it's already known there's no tension at the bottom, not just for this but for any similar lift. There's even one school of thought that eliminates out the lower tension portions of lifts entirely, practically making them all holds instead of lifts. I like Jeff's videos, he's a great resource. Good luck on your fitness journey. You can't go wrong looking at his videos but also other sources too and finding what works best for you personally.

[@therocklau]

OK you wanna know and I'll tell you why Jeff's tips are not ideal, he classify himself as a science based content creator, but this tips are almost always draw from experience, and more his personal experience, take this lateral raise as example, that little angle on the bottom DOES NOT MATTER AT ALL, because at that angle your side delts simply doesn't work to support the weight on your arm, yes you and create some tension leaning sideways, but why? That's just some old time pump chasing, which does not add any mechanical tension only adding a tiny bit more metabolic stress, for normal people that will not give you gains, unless you are enhanced, but then Jeff is not enhanced he is natural. You got results because you worked hard, this is what working out like, even if you do it the "wrong" way you will still get better, does not mean tips you followed did wonder, you did wonders to yourself. And if you really value science bases tips, go see RP, a far better arsenal of knowledge.

[@elenanapoles]

@therocklau I strongly believe tgat working hard it's absolutely necessary to get good results, however a proper form and good technique are the key . How you can do it wrong and get the results you want , when may you will be working in different muscles.

[@gtergxsxvhjjv]

Bro is built like the dwarfs in Runescape💀

[@nogodsnomanagers]

The 4-inch long arms and the absolute CIRCUMFERENCE. "We dwarves are natural sprinters"

[@3rd.ey.e]

Science in ANY concept is fkn beautiful. Love to see it in strengthening the human body.

[@STWG17]

I completely agree, I've corrected most of my form from experience and what feels better on the joints.

[@user-ii7xc1ry3x]

Nice pyjamas Jeff.

[@osiris4457]

I dig the outfit. 30s fitness is sharp.

[@gibbsm]

he just needs a pair of Uggs to complete it.

[@ericmamleev]

​*Friends, I did 8 one arm pull ups, please support me*

[@HeatherHolt]

The editing on these videos is top notch, as is the info. ❤

[@richardsmith2786]

Glad I found this guy!

[@NithinAnnamalai]

Short King 👑

[@azhimahmad5652]

Dude, youre the most natural looking dude ive ever seen doing a tutorial

[@zclan4130]

He’s also like 5’4 so don’t be too deceived

[@azhimahmad5652]

@@zclan4130doesnt negate the point that he looked natural

[@jonnsmith556]

​@@zclan4130exactly at 5'4 that physique is definitely attainable naturally

[@kye4230]

@@azhimahmad5652 youre brainwashed by all these steroid influencers he has a good physique

[@zclan4130]

@@kye4230 he didn’t say he didn’t have a good physique? And yeah when you’re a midget, it’s easy to look lean. That’s my only point

[@gabrielgarcia6572]

I started leaning in a little over a month ago, definitely helps to keep that very much needed time under tension for the shoulder. it feels good and even better than doing a regular stand up

[@Jaxodahomie]

I do them very weird but I like them the most and find them most effective because there’s movement in your whole body so you don’t use momentum to complete the reps. 1. Place your dumbbells under a bench(preferably one with a back that you can put to a 90 degree angle) 2. Sit down on the bench, grab the dumbbells under the bench and lateral raise from under the bench. If you don’t understand, reply and I will make a video and link it to show you.

[@TheLobstah]

One more tip to get more stretch, you don't have to stop at your torso on the bottom. You can pass the dumbbell in front of you at the bottom (lean forward a bit if necessary) to get even more stretch with tension.

[@ReneIsSoCool101Yes]

Ever since I started incorporating the DB Super ROM Lateral Raise that is shown by Dr. Mike from RP I haven't gone back to any other DB Lateral Variation. It's very challenging and I've seen better growth and carry over compared to the traditional ROM Lateral Raise. So for me, the Super ROM variation is best 💪

[@tomashgrey2211]

You mean bilateral with max ROM high to the sky? Love it. Also great traps exercise.

[@googlefaps5883]

Personally never enjoyed it. I call them lu raises. But i have to reduce the load quite a bit in order to do the top part. Which isn’t much side delts anyway. And then after I can still crank about a few more reps but can’t get it to the top and now have burning traps with little Delt burn. Felt like a waste of time and energy. However I did start going slightly above parallel which has helped drastically

[@XGoken]

I didn’t understand a single thing you said

[@googlefaps5883]

@@XGoken u lack reading comprehension evidently.

[@MrAaaaazzzzz00009999]

Dragon Ball Super?

[@ShinobiVIPER]

Interesting take, I’m gonna stick with the standard 90° one for now and switch it up once I progress a bit more. Thanks 👍

[@VarnoSlimm]

Good and straight to the point.

[@user-ly4ql3tx4u]

So funny to see people criticise him like they even understand 5% of is knowledge

[@kidbrown2010]

Chill. This is not quantum physics.

[@husamh4585]

This is wrong anyways. Basic physics.

[@user-ii7xc1ry3x]

But would you opt for the lean-in lateral raise over a cable lateral raise?

[@0dayExploit]

Lean-in is just the dumbbell equivalent of standing cable lateral raise, if you place the cable position correctly

[@deliface4209]

lean in on the cable lateral raise too

[@MrSamdabeast]

Guess it depends on how you have your cable positioned

[@aboveaura4817]

Cables are vastly superior and no one can change my mind.

[@El_Goblino_]

​@@aboveaura4817 all I do is old school training simple heavy and raw and I bet I have better shoulders than you lil bro been lifting for 10 years 225lbs 9% bodyfat 5'11 height with time proven old school training

[@suppressed_viii]

Your channel is literally saving me so much time. I truly appreciate just how great your content is.

Definitly adding this method to my shoulder routine!

[@runee3988]

I love to listen to this little guy he knows so much about muscle and nutrition 💪🏾

[@takethatlfr9337]

This little guy lmaoo

[@lucaspostiglione6717]

The mental gymnastics this guy had to use to explain gravity is wild.

[@lemonke8132]

bro thinks using logic is mental gymnastics

[@Bydelfin-tz3ci]

this is really helpful i liked watching your videos. :D

[@TVHammond]

the fun part is i FELT the delt stretch through this video, great demonstration and visuals

[@DominikKowalczyk762]

Bro's barber did him so dirty

[@Cole-lz8ni]

It looks fine?

[@DominikKowalczyk762]

@@Cole-lz8ni it doesnt fit his face shape, his old cut looked way better

[@klulu-kun]

Dunno what you mean, bro

[@DominikKowalczyk762]

@@klulu-kun he looks like an oval lmao

[@AlexTheGOAT01]

@@DominikKowalczyk762It’s weird how hyperfocused you are on another man’s physique. Focus on your own physique.

[@Arif-gg9gw]

At least is not the fetal position on the bench you were promoting before 🤦‍♂️

[@williamgrierson4133]

Cables are great for continuous tension as well. Love this tip.

[@GemTappX]

I love this. You’ve taken a closer look at a common exercise and have improved it.

[@borischan5252]

putting more tension at highest stretched position has proven to grow the muscle the most, 1/2 reps even.

[@tgkmervin5998]

That form on the first one is really good 👍

[@eneviabaidoo2743]

Love the science!!!! Thanks for the correction!

[@danford6678]

tension on the stretch is science backed for growth great tutorial.

[@choycejoyce4699]

I don’t work out but thank you for the interesting information, logical analysis and effective communication

[@warhand_agvir]

That just made so much sense

[@tygerk2372]

This... IS GENIUS!!!!!

[@kathleenbolanos]

Gonna try this Saturday. Thanks man 👏👏

[@sagarpednekar9556]

You’ve gained a subscriber!

[@rahjeel]

I'm using this technique sir. Thanks for the tip!

[@cleanestmanonearth5762]

Bro is bro-ing, as always. Love you bro.

[@Sargentsar]

I hope this won't change, no bs just straight to facts🔥🔥💪🏻💪🏻

[@wpaping2996]

i love when basic anatomy is applied to workouts. very helpful for the industry as lifters

[@noobmaster5434]

Pure knowledge, no bs

[@bacontoveganmukbang7856]

Makes sense 👌 Thank you! I'll try this ❤

[@Alex-343]

This is one of the best videos ive seen on youtube subbed

[@marquesjdx1001]

Bro is so clear I’m subscribing and liking.

[@kidsim857]

He’s a living fitness legend, I owe him so much

[@juliet298]

Cheers Jeff . Learn something everyday 😁👍🏻

[@SpeakTruthFirst]

Excellent explanation! Love the circle diagram in the background

[@manishnaiko]

I went and tried it right after watching the video. The following day, my lateral shoulder heads and serratus very sore (and they never get sore from the regular dumbbell lateral raises I've been doing). Cable is of course the best but I only have dumbbells at home and this variation is a close second. Thanks!

[@gd5208]

Great tip! Thanks bro, definitely gonna try it next shoulder day 👍

[@mayssm]

Finally a fitness video with a bit of advice that makes sense.

[@timetochange704]

This makes total sense

[@tapiajorge08]

Give this man his 👑

[@CAFF2398]

Valid man earned a sub

[@siliconrockstar187]

this is both so simple yet so genius

[@user-zp9er7cd6i]

This was good and that is the best way for standing lateral raises

[@willowway3349]

This is incredible, ive been working on different types of home workouts with my dumbells, ive been trying to work on my delts, ill definitely start doing the leaning in.

[@cryingindian]

Bro is going all in on the Van Damme “kick boxer” fits and I’m here for it

[@Kings_Landing_Serf]

Great vid. Felt it after mixing em up

[@centrumsaiyan7623]

Bro literally gave me confident with Calf muscle. Thanks Jeff

[@bglenn2222]

Legit, thank you. Instant subscribe

[@timikbennett2897]

This is the best idea I tried this before and it really does work

[@MirrorMirrorConvos]

Loved how you added the visual for resistance 🫡

[@richardlovelace8134]

Hey! That actually makes a load of sense.

[@thisguy-yv5so]

Leveraging the strength curve. My man

[@Airbear00]

I learned something new today!! Heck yeah ❤❤ keep on keepin on, life’s a garden. Dig it …

[@dylanwallace8803]

I like Dr. Mike's super ROM lateral raises.

[@renetol7148]

Such a simple adjustment but i would have never thought of this, gonna try it

[@LakeAnglers]

🕺🏻Just tried it . I liked it Thanks Jeff

[@sweezy7455]

Interesting. I will try this on my next shoulder day for sure.

[@BeGrizzlyStrong]

Lean slightly forward to bias the lateral delt more and let the dumbbell come to center line to increase the stretch and ROM.

[@homereset0]

Thank you this is so helpful

[@growgaud2469]

That makes a whole lotta sense

[@momspaghetti8463]

tried this today. this is some game changing shit 😭