Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise
Isolate & sculpt your shoulder muscles! Do a Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise with perfect form using our exercise guide.
The Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, back and traps. You'll need: dumbbells or exercise bench.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise
Begin by sitting down on a flat bench with your feet firmly planted on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
Grab a dumbbell with one hand using an overhand grip (palm facing towards your body).
Sit up straight with your core engaged, and place your free hand on your thigh or bench for stability.
Keep your arm slightly bent to avoid locking out your elbow.
Without swinging or using momentum, raise the dumbbell upward in front of you to shoulder height. Ensure that your wrist remains straight and aligned with your forearm.
Lift the weight smoothly and controlled, focusing on engaging your shoulder muscles.
At the top of the movement, pause briefly, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position by your side.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other arm.
Ensure that you maintain control of the movement throughout the exercise to maximize muscle engagement and minimize the risk of injury.
After completing the set on one side, switch and perform the same number of reps with your other arm.
Remember to choose a weight that allows you to perform the movement with proper form and without using momentum to lift the dumbbell. Adjust the weight for each arm if necessary, as muscle strength can be imbalanced between the two sides.
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Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise work?
The Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest, back and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise?
Dumbbells or exercise bench.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Seated Single-Arm Front Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Barbell Seated Front Raise, Dumbbell Front Raise Drive, Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise and Iytw Plank.
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