Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front
Sculpt your shoulders with this combo move! Lateral raise meets front raise for a complete delt workout.
The Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front Muscles Worked
Primary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front
Select a pair of dumbbells with an appropriate weight for your fitness level.
Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides, holding the dumbbells with a neutral grip (palms facing your body).
Begin by lifting the dumbbells out to your sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows and your shoulders retracted. Continue to lift until the dumbbells are parallel to the floor, ensuring the movement is controlled and fluid.
Pause at the top of the lateral raise and then transition the movement into a front raise by rotating your shoulders and bringing the dumbbells forward to the front of your body without lowering the dumbbells. Your palms should now face the floor.
Keeping your body stationary, lower the dumbbells in a controlled motion down the front of your body to return to the starting position.
Repeat the lateral to front raise motion for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Tips: Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise to provide stability and prevent arching your back. The movement should be controlled and deliberate, with no momentum or swinging of the dumbbells. Breathe out as you lift the dumbbells and inhale as you lower them back to the starting position. Choose a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with good form. If your form begins to suffer, reduce the weight. Rest as needed between sets to maintain proper form and technique.
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Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front work?
The Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and traps. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid and anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front?
Dumbbells.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Lateral Raise to Front variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Diagonal Front Scoop Raise, Dumbbell Bent-Over Y-Raise, Dumbbell Front Raise Drive and Dumbbell Lateral Raise Plank.
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