How to do the Dumbbell Seated Front Raise
Dumbbell Seated 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 Trapezius and Biceps.
Dumbbell Seated Front Raise demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Seated Front Raise at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Trapezius, Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Seated Front Raise step by step
- 1Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
- 2Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- 3Raise the dumbbells in front of you, with your palms facing down, until they are at shoulder level.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Seated Front Raise — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated Front Raise work?
The Dumbbell Seated Front Raise primarily targets the Delts. It also recruits the Trapezius, Biceps as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated 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 Seated 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 Seated Front Raise?
Dumbbell Front Raise, Dumbbell Front Raise V. 2, Dumbbell Full Can 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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