Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Sculpt strong shoulders! This alternating front raise isolates each side for balanced gains and better form.
The Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise mainly works the shoulders and chest, with help from the back and traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing your thighs.
Keep your elbows slightly bent and your core engaged throughout the movement.
Start by lifting one dumbbell directly in front of you, keeping a slight bend in your elbow and your palm facing down.
Raise the dumbbell smoothly until your arm is parallel to the floor, and the dumbbell is at shoulder level.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position in a controlled motion.
As soon as the hand is back at thigh level, raise the other dumbbell, performing the same movement with the alternate arm.
Continue to alternate arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Make sure to breathe out as you lift the dumbbell and breathe in as you lower it.
Remember to start with a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with proper form to avoid injury. Gradually increase the weight as you gain strength and confidence in the movement.
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Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise work?
The Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise mainly works the shoulders and chest, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and pectoralis major.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise?
Dumbbells.
What workout day should the Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Bodyweight Upper-Chest Raise, Barbell Front Raise, Alternating Bottle-Weight Front Raise and Bottle-Weight Front Raise.
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