Stick Standing Front Raise
Simple shoulder exercise! Improve strength & mobility with controlled front raises using a stick. Great for all fitness levels.
The Stick Standing Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and back. You'll need: stretching stick.
Required Equipment
Stick Standing Front Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Stick Standing Front Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Stick Standing Front Raise
Stick Standing Front Raise (Shoulders)
Starting Position:
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Hold the stick with both hands, palms facing down, and arms fully extended in front of you at hip height.
Hand Position:
Keep your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart on the stick.
Movement:
Engage your core and maintain a straight back throughout the exercise.
Slowly raise the stick in front of you by lifting your arms straight up, ensuring they stay parallel to the ground.
Raise the stick until your arms are at shoulder height.
Pause:
Hold the raised position for a moment, focusing on engaging your shoulder muscles.
Return to Start:
Slowly lower the stick back to the starting position, ensuring control throughout the movement.
Repetitions:
Repeat for 10-15 reps, taking breaks as necessary.
Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to avoid swinging.
Focus on using your shoulders and avoid straining your neck.
Ensure that your elbows remain slightly bent throughout the exercise to reduce strain.
Stick Standing Front Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Stick Standing Front Raise work?
The Stick Standing Front Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Stick Standing Front Raise?
Stretching stick.
What workout day should the Stick Standing Front Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Stick Standing Front Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Stick Assisted Isometric Core, Stick Lunge with Overhead Raise Stretch, Stick Pass Around Stretch and Stick Shoulder Mobilization in Abduction.
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