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Dumbbell front raise GIF

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Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

  • ShouldersMusculus deltoideus
  • Front shouldersMusculus deltoideus, pars clavicularis
  • Side shouldersMusculus deltoideus, pars acromialis
  • Upper chestMusculus pectoralis major, pars clavicularis
  • TrapeziusMusculus trapezius
Equipment
Dumbbells
Level
beginner
Loop
One repetition, 2.67 seconds

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How to do a dumbbell front raise

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the movement
  2. Hold dumbbells with a neutral grip, arms straight but not locked, positioned in front of your thighs
  3. Engage your core and keep your back straight with shoulders pulled back
  4. Lift the weights forward and up in a smooth arc until your arms reach shoulder height
  5. Pause briefly at the top position, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position
  6. Keep the movement controlled and avoid using momentum or swinging the weights

Form tips

  • Use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form throughout all repetitions
  • Keep your wrists straight and avoid lifting the dumbbells higher than shoulder level to prevent shoulder impingement
  • Focus on initiating the movement from your shoulders rather than using your back or legs for momentum
  • Maintain tension in your core to protect your lower back and improve stability
  • Control the eccentric (lowering) portion of the movement to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury

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