Barbell Seated High Front Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Seated Front Raise with Barbell
How to: Barbell Seated High Front Raise
- Sit on a bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a barbell with both hands, palms facing down and arms extended in front of you.
- Slowly raise the barbell in front of you to shoulder height, keeping your arms straight.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively during the lift.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the lift.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if experiencing discomfort.
- Perform the exercise seated with back support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back while lifting.
- Control the weight to prevent swinging and excessive momentum.
- Ensure that you raise the barbell to shoulder height for optimal range.
Barbell Seated High Front Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
upper body
exercise
weight training