How to do the Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head
Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head is an intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Upper Back.
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Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Upper Back
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
- 2Keep your back straight and engage your core.
- 3Slowly raise the barbell in front of you, keeping your arms straight and your palms facing down.
- 4Continue lifting until the barbell is slightly above shoulder level.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head work?
The Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head primarily targets the Delts. It also recruits the Triceps, Upper Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head?
Barbell Front Raise, Landmine Lateral Raise, Barbell Seated Behind Head Military Press train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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