Band Front Raise
Strengthen your shoulders with Band Front Raises! A simple, effective exercise you can do anywhere.
The Band Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and back. You'll need: resistance bands.
Required Equipment
Band Front Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Band Front Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Band Front Raise
Stand with both feet firmly placed on the middle of the resistance band, holding a handle in each hand with your palms facing back.
Keep your arms straight, core tight, and shoulders relaxed down away from your ears.
Exhale and lift your arms forward and up until they are parallel to the floor.
Pause briefly at the top while keeping your elbows soft and avoiding any swinging.
Inhale and slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position in a controlled motion.
Band Front Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Band Front Raise work?
The Band Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Band Front Raise?
Resistance bands.
What workout day should the Band Front Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Band Front Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Single-Arm Shoulder Press, Band Assisted Dip, Band Behind-Neck Shoulder Press and Band Bent-Over Lateral Rear Raise.
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