Sitting Lateral Raise StepOut on a padded stool

How to do it

Squeeze your glutes on the stool to anchor your torso as you step sideways.

1. 1

   Sit on a padded stool with your arms at your sides and palms facing in.

2. 2

   Lift your arms out to the sides until they are parallel to the floor.

3. 3

   Step out to one side while maintaining the arm position.

4. 4

   Step back in and lower your arms.

5. 5

   Repeat on the opposite side and continue alternating for the desired number of repetitions.

Common mistakes

• ✕Bending the elbows during the lateral raise
• ✕Leaning the torso forward on each step
• ✕Dropping the arms below shoulder height