Dumbbell Seated Lateral to Front Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.7
- Alternate Names
- Seated Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise
How to: Dumbbell Seated Lateral to Front Raise
- Sit on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Raise the dumbbells to the side until they reach shoulder height.
- Then, lower the dumbbells back down to your sides.
- Immediately raise the dumbbells forward to shoulder height.
- Lower back down and repeat the lateral raise followed by the front raise.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Not controlling the motion, which can lead to injury.
- Rounding the shoulders forward instead of keeping them back.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for those with shoulder pain.
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Engage your shoulders and keep your elbows slightly bent.
- Avoid swinging the weights; use control to lift and lower.
Dumbbell Seated Lateral to Front Raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
dumbbell
strength
upper body
fitness
exercise