Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Deltoid Anterior
Equipment
Barbell
Body Part
Shoulders
Primary Muscle
Deltoid Anterior
Secondary Muscles
Serratus Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Lateral, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5.5
Alternate Names
Overhead Barbell Front Raise

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Barbell Standing Front Raise Over Head

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with both hands.
  2. Lift the barbell over your head while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  3. Lower the barbell back down to shoulder height in a controlled manner.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Using too much weight, causing a loss of form.
  • Hyperextending the back during the raise.
  • Flaring elbows out excessively.

Modifications

  • Perform with lighter weights or resistance bands.
  • Try seated variations to minimize strain on the lower back.

Tips

  • Keep your core engaged for stability.
  • Avoid using momentum; lift and lower the barbell in a controlled manner.
  • Don't let your elbows drop below the shoulder level.

Tags

shoulders
strength
deltoids
barbell
upper body
muscle building

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