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Seated Front Dumbbell Raises - Tips, Pics, and Videos
Exercise: Seated Front Dumbbell Raises
Main Muscle Worked: Shoulders
Other Muscles Worked:
Equipment: Dumbbell
Type of Exercise: Isolation
Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Seated Front Dumbbell Raises from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Seated Front Dumbbell Raises before you begin adding additional weight.
Here they are show done standing:
Starting Position: Hold a pair of dumbbells while seated in a upright bench, with each dumbbell hanging to your side, palms facing backwards. Keep your feet shoulder width apart and back straight.
Performing the Exercise: Keep your arms straight with a slight bend as you lift your right arm upward upward until the weight is a little above shoulder level. Slowly lower the weight back to your side as you begin to lift your left arm up. Your palms should be facing the ground as you reach shoulder height.
What not to do
- Do not swing the weight up!
Tips
- Keep your palms in the same position as you move the weight up and down
- Keep your back straight, with no leaning forward
- Keep your arms straight
- These can also be done lifting both dumbbells at the same time
Seated Front Dumbbell Raises Pictures
