Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head 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
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Front Raise
How to: Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart while holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Engage your core and maintain a neutral spine.
- Raise the dumbbells to the front until your arms are parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement.
- Slowly lower the weights back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight which leads to poor form.
- Lifting the weights too high, beyond shoulder level.
- Not engaging the core, leading to upper body instability.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
Tips
- Hold the dumbbells firmly but not too tightly.
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Control the motion both when raising and lowering the weights.
Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head Alternatives
Tags
shoulder
strength
deltoids
dumbbell
upper body
fitness