Lu Raises

Starting Position 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. 2. Hold a dumbbell or barbell plate in each hand naturally. 3. Hinge slightly forward at the hips, keeping your core engaged. During the Exercise 1. Lift the weights out to the sides as if performing a lateral raise. 2. Continue raising the weights until your arms are fully extended overhead, with your hands meeting at the top. 3. Slowly lower the weights back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout. Breathing Tips Exhale as you lift the weights overhead, and inhale as you lower them back to the starting position.