Shoulder exercises.Page 2
Presses, lateral raises, and rear-delt work. Explore illustrated technique guides, muscles worked, and equipment options. Choose a movement below to see how to do it.
Page 2 of 3: exercises 21–40 of 41. Search by name or muscle, or filter by equipment, to narrow the list.
Browse 41 exercisesShoulders exercises, explained
41 ways to move.
Find the one that fits.
Showing 21–40 of 41 exercises
Squat-Style Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up
VideoLateral Raise
Leverage Shoulder Press
Lying One-Arm Lateral Raise
Lying Rear Delt Raise
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
One-Arm Incline Lateral Raise
VideoOverhead Press
Rear Delt Fly
Reverse Flyes
Seated Bent-Over Rear Delt Raise
Seated Cable Shoulder Press
VideoSeated Dumbbell Press
Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press
Standing Dumbbell Upright Row
Upright Barbell Row
Upright Cable Row
Reverse Pec Deck
Single-Arm Cable Lateral Raise
Choose a movement you can repeat
Use this collection to compare setups before building your session. Open a technique guide to check the equipment, starting position, movement steps, and muscles involved. Similar exercises are alternatives, rather than a checklist to complete in one workout. Record your chosen variation and setup so you can compare the same movement when you return.
Technique mistakes to watch for
- Treating every raise as a maximum-load lift
- Adding direct pressing without counting chest work
- Shrugging or leaning to complete reps after control is lost
Frequently asked questions
Do shoulder workouts need an overhead press?
An overhead press is useful when it fits your goal and comfortable range. Other pressing already contributes. A lateral raise and rear-delt option can add different work without duplicating every press.
Should I do every exercise on this list?
No. The list is an exercise menu. Start with the sample or a smaller dose that fits your current week. Similar alternatives replace a movement rather than adding every option to one workout.
How do I progress these exercises?
Record the same setup and actual completed reps. Build toward the upper rep target with consistent control, then try the smallest available load increase. Repeat or reduce work when the target or recovery is unsuitable.