Shoulder exercises

Presses, raises and rear-delt moves for broad, strong and healthy shoulders. Each exercise shows the right form from every angle.

21 exercises

21 exercises, easiest first

Train all three parts: the front (presses), the side (lateral raises) and the rear (reverse flys)
Use lighter weights and higher reps for raises
Add rotator cuff work like external rotations to keep the shoulders healthy

What are the best shoulder exercises?

An overhead press for the front, lateral raises for the side, and reverse flys or face pulls for the rear. Together they train the whole shoulder.

How do I get wider shoulders?

Lateral raises build the side shoulders, which add the most width. Do them often with light weights.

Are shoulder presses bad for the shoulders?

Not with good form and a weight you control. Stop if you feel sharp pain.

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