Front Incline Dumbbell Raise
How to do the Front Incline 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 Incline Dumbbell Raise
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Sit down on an incline bench with the incline set anywhere between 30 to 60 degrees while holding a dumbbell on each hand. Tip: You can change the angle to hit the muscle a little differently each time.
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Extend your arms straight in front of you and have your palms facing down with the dumbbells raised about 1 inch above your thighs. This will be your starting position.
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Slowly raise the dumbbells straight up until they are slightly above your shoulders, while keeping your elbows locked. Squeeze at the top for a second and make sure you breathe out during this portion of the movement. Tip: Keep your head resting down against the bench and your legs on the floor at all times.
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Lower the arms back to the starting position as you inhale.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Front Incline Dumbbell Raise: common questions
What muscles does the Front Incline Dumbbell Raise work?
The Front Incline Dumbbell Raise primarily works the Shoulders.
Is the Front Incline Dumbbell Raise suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Front Incline 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 Incline Dumbbell Raise?
To do the Front Incline Dumbbell Raise you'll need a dumbbell.
Is the Front Incline Dumbbell Raise a compound or isolation exercise?
The Front Incline 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 Incline Dumbbell Raise with correct form?
Sit down on an incline bench with the incline set anywhere between 30 to 60 degrees while holding a dumbbell on each hand. Tip: You can change the angle to hit the muscle a little differently each time. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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