The vast majority of us are stronger on one side over the other. Very few are equally balanced. If you are right handed, you use your right more and therefore as a direct result build more strength on your right side. The same is true for the left side. However, the actual difference is usually minimal and you don't notice it in your every day life.
There are some things that you can do to help balance the difference.
1.) If you are using free weights or dumbells, you can do a few more repitions on the weaker side. Do not use different weights, because it will throw off your center of gravity causing you to lean to one side sacraficing your form.
2.) If #1 does not seem to be working you can pick up one weight and just do that side. However, be careful not to overcompensate the other side. Always do this in a mirror to watch your form.
Using one or both of these methods will help minimize the difference between each side. Once the difference no longer bothers you, you can go back to doing equal weight on both sides. Don't let it bother you.
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