How to do the Dumbbell Front Raise
Dumbbell Front Raise is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Biceps and Trapezius.
Dumbbell Front Raise demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Front Raise at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Trapezius
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Front Raise step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing your thighs.
- 2Keeping your arms straight, exhale and lift the dumbbells in front of you until they are at shoulder level.
- 3Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Dumbbell Front Raise — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Front Raise work?
The Dumbbell Front Raise primarily targets the Delts. It also recruits the Biceps, Trapezius as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Front Raise?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Front Raise suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Front Raise?
Dumbbell Front Raise V. 2, Dumbbell Full Can Lateral Raise, Dumbbell Incline One Arm Lateral Raise train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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