Front raise
Primary muscles: Shoulders. Assisting muscles: —.
How to do it
- Stand upright with a flat back, a dumbbell in each hand beside your thighs, palms facing your body.
- Without swinging your torso, raise one dumbbell in front of you with your elbow slightly bent, until your arm is just above horizontal, exhaling.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the dumbbell under control as you raise the other one.
- Alternate arms for the desired number of reps.
Key to the execution: Raise the dumbbell only to shoulder level, with a controlled movement and no momentum.
Common mistakes
- Swinging your torso back and forth to help the lift.
- Raising the dumbbell above shoulder level, using the traps.
- Locking your elbow out completely, putting pressure on the joint.
Alternatives: exercises for the same muscles
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Shoulders exercises › Training programs by sport ›The exercise pages are compiled by PlanSports; if you have an injury or pain, talk to your coach or doctor first.