Barbell Seated Front Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Barbell Front Raise
How to: Barbell Seated Front Raise
- Sit on a bench with a barbell in front of you.
- Grip the barbell with both hands, palms facing down.
- Lift the barbell straight in front of you until your arms are parallel to the ground.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the barbell back to the start position gently.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight leading to poor form.
- Not engaging the core, causing instability.
- Swinging the weight instead of raising it in a controlled manner.
Modifications
- Perform with lighter weights or resistance bands.
- Limit the range of motion if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back while lifting.
- Control the weight during both the lifting and lowering phases.
- Do not lift the barbell above shoulder height.
Barbell Seated Front Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
barbell
deltoids
upper body
muscle building