It primarily works the front and side deltoids. In nature, it is half lateral raise and half dumbbell press. Make sure that the arms form a 90-degree angle at the elbow on the way up and down. A slow speed is imperative for the come down on this exercise to really work the side deltoids.
Do shoulder presses work side delts?
Know Your Delts
The anterior and lateral deltoids are used for the shoulder press. The anterior deltoid is the front of the shoulder, and helps raise the arms in front of the body and above the head. The lateral deltoid is the top and side of the shoulder, and helps lift the arms out and press weight above the head.
What exercises work the side delts?
9 Best Side Delt Exercises To Grow Your Shoulders
- Dumbbell Side Lateral Raises.
- Side Plank with Arm Raise.
- Barbell Upright Row.
- Seated Arnold Press.
- Seated Dumbbell Military Press.
- One-Arm Cable Raise.
- Behind-The-Back Cable Raise.
- Seated Behind-The-Neck Press.
