Front Raise
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Technique
Hold dumbbells in front of your thighs. Raise one or both arms forward to shoulder height, keeping a slight bend at the elbow. Avoid swinging the torso for momentum. Lower the weight back down with control.
Steps
- Stand tall with the dumbbells in front of your thighs
- Brace your core and keep a slight bend in your elbows
- Raise one or both dumbbells forward to shoulder height
- Pause briefly without swinging your torso
- Lower the dumbbells to your thighs with control
Common mistakes
- Swinging the torso to lift the dumbbells
- Raising the dumbbells well above shoulder height
- Locking the elbows or changing the elbow angle during the lift
- Dropping the dumbbells quickly on the way down
Variations
- Alternating dumbbell front raise
- Seated dumbbell front raise
- Neutral-grip dumbbell front raise
- Incline-bench dumbbell front raise
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What muscles does Front Raise work?
Muscles: Front delts, Side delts.
What equipment do I need for Front Raise?
Equipment: Dumbbell ×2.
Where can I do Front Raise?
Location: Home, Gym.
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