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Shoulders · Intermediate

Kettlebell Lateral Raise

Accessory drill that develops controlled strength in the target muscles using a kettlebell, with emphasis on the shoulders.

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Exercise overview

Training details

Shoulders

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand at your side.
  2. 02Engage your core and keep your back straight.
  3. 03With control, raise the kettlebell out to the side until your arm is parallel to the ground.
  4. 04Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the kettlebell back to the starting position.
  5. 05Repeat for the prescribed repetitions.

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