Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise
Sculpt strong shoulders! This exercise combines front & lateral raises for a complete, effective workout. Build definition and strength.
The Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the back and traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with your palms facing your body.
Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement to reduce strain on the joints.
With controlled motion, lift the dumbbells in front of you to shoulder height, keeping your arms parallel to the ground. The palms of your hands should be facing the floor in the top position. This is the "front raise" portion.
After pausing at the top of the front raise, move your arms out to the sides without lowering them. Continue until your arms are parallel to the floor and in line with your shoulders, palms still facing down. This is the "lateral raise" portion.
Pause briefly at the top of the lateral raise before slowly lowering the dumbbells back to the starting position at your sides.
That completes one repetition. Perform the desired number of repetitions and sets, making sure to maintain good form throughout.
Ensure you choose a weight that allows you to perform the exercise correctly without compromising form, as shoulder exercises can be sensitive to form and technique to prevent injury. If you're new to this exercise, it may be helpful to practice with lighter weights or even no weight to perfect the movement before adding resistance.
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Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise work?
The Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise?
Dumbbells.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Standing Front to Lateral Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Barbell Front Raise, Bent-Over Shoulder Pendulum, Diagonal Front Scoop Raise and Dumbbell Bent-Over Y-Raise.
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