How to do the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head
Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head 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 Standing Front Raise Above Head demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Trapezius, Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
- 2Keep your arms straight and lift the dumbbells in front of you, raising them above your head.
- 3Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head work?
The Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head primarily targets the Delts. It also recruits the Trapezius, Biceps as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head?
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 Standing Front Raise Above Head 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 Standing Front Raise Above Head?
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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