Front raise
Also called dumbbell front raise
- Works
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Needs
- Dumbbells
Setup
Stand with feet hip-width apart. Hold a light dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs.
Steps
- Lift the dumbbells forward with nearly straight arms.
- Stop at shoulder height.
- Lower them slowly.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In the front of your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back to swing the weight.
- Lifting above shoulder height.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.