Front Dumbbell Raise
How to do the Front Dumbbell Raise with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Shoulders
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Dumbbell
How to do the Front Dumbbell Raise
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Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells on front of your thighs at arms length with the palms of the hand facing your thighs. This will be your starting position.
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While maintaining the torso stationary (no swinging), lift the left dumbbell to the front with a slight bend on the elbow and the palms of the hands always facing down. Continue to go up until you arm is slightly above parallel to the floor. Exhale as you execute this portion of the movement and pause for a second at the top. Inhale after the second pause.
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Now lower the dumbbell back down slowly to the starting position as you simultaneously lift the right dumbbell.
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Continue alternating in this fashion until all of the recommended amount of repetitions have been performed for each arm.
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Front Dumbbell Raise: common questions
What muscles does the Front Dumbbell Raise work?
The Front Dumbbell Raise primarily works the Shoulders.
Is the Front Dumbbell Raise suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Front Dumbbell Raise is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Front Dumbbell Raise?
To do the Front Dumbbell Raise you'll need a dumbbell.
Is the Front Dumbbell Raise a compound or isolation exercise?
The Front Dumbbell Raise is an isolation exercise, it targets the shoulders through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Front Dumbbell Raise with correct form?
Pick a couple of dumbbells and stand with a straight torso and the dumbbells on front of your thighs at arms length with the palms of the hand facing your thighs. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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