Fitness coach Jeff Nippard takes a science-based approach to training, often providing tips and wisdom to aspiring lifters. In his latest effort on Instagram, Nippard revealed his three techniques for making your lateral raise more effective.
As a natural powerlifter and bodybuilder, Jeff Nippard proved himself in multiple disciplines, making his opinions surrounding fitness grounded in real-life experience. In addition to his athletic journey, Nippard has made a name for himself online, boasting a massive following of over four million YouTube subscribers.
Whether he is offering information on science-backed workouts or providing you with a checklist for the ‘perfect’ squat, Nippard keeps things simple, to the point, and easy to understand for viewers of varying fitness levels.
Now, he is back to reveal a few secrets behind one of the most popular and widely used shoulder-building exercises — the lateral raise — which can performed in a variety of ways.
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Jeff Nippard’s 3 Tips for a More Effective Lateral Raise
Quick Breakdown:
- Raise the cable height
- Use cuffs
- Stretch the cable across your body
Raise the cable height
By raising the cable height, Nippard explains that this will work the side delts harder as the tension of the movement is highest during 90-degree angles.
“Here are three simple ways to make your lateral raises more effective. First, raise the cable height. This will work your side delts harder in a deep stretch because tension is highest whenever the cable and your arm form a 90-degree angle. If the cable is low, that angle happens later in the range when the shoulder is less stretched but if the cable is high, that angle happens earlier in the range when the shoulder is more stretched.”
Use cuffs
Perhaps his most simple piece of advice was to use cuffs, underlining its utility for enhanced mind-muscle connection.
“Second, use cuffs. Earlier this week, I did a max rep test using a conventional D-handle and again, using cuffs. I got two extra reps simply by using cuffs plus they give me a better mind-muscle connection.
I also like to hold on to a lacrosse ball because it increases wrist stability. This is optional though.”
Stretch the cable across your body
Lastly, Jeff Nippard discussed the importance of stretching the cable across your body for an increased range of motion.
“Third, stretch the cable across your body instead of stopping at your side. This will increase the range of motion and stretch the side delts more,” shared Jeff Nippard.
Jeff Nippard is known for diving deep into evidence-backed workout discussions. Recently, he teamed up with Dr. Mike Israetel, who is gaining recognition in the fitness community for his expertise in training, nutrition, and supplementation. Together, they discussed science-based techniques for effectively building shoulder muscles.
Fans can once again count on Jeff Nippard’s training advice, particularly with lateral raise body positioning, angles, and an increased range of motion. Feel free to try out his tips and see if his techniques work best for you!
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