Shoulders · Dumbbell
Dumbbell Front Raise
Beginner
Raise to eye level. Avoid swinging. Targets the front shoulder head.
1
Start PoseStand tall, dumbbells at thigh level, palms down
Arms slightly bent, core braced
Shoulders relaxed, not shrugged
2
Finish PoseRaise to eye level with control
Palms face down at the top
Brief pause at the top
Training Cues
✓Keep a slight bend in the elbow throughout
✓Raise with control — not momentum
✓Lower slowly for eccentric benefit
Watch For This
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Don't swing your body to swing the weights up✕
Don't go above eye level unnecessarily✕
Avoid shrugging the traps💪 Primary Muscles
● PRIMARY
1/1
Front Deltoid
Primary
Anterior Deltoid
Pro Tip
Alternate arms to allow more controlled movement and increased time under tension per arm.
