Exercise guide

Seated Dumbbell Front Raise

The Seated Dumbbell Front Raise targets the front deltoids by lifting the arms forward while maintaining an upright seated position.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Seated Dumbbell Front Raise

  1. 01

    Sit upright on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.

  2. 02

    Keep your back straight and core braced.

  3. 03

    With palms facing down, raise the dumbbells forward to shoulder height.

  4. 04

    Keep a slight bend in your elbows.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly at the top.

  6. 06

    Lower the dumbbells slowly back to the starting position.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Avoid leaning back during the lift
  • Raise the weights with control rather than momentum
  • Lower slowly to maintain tension
Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Seated Dumbbell Front Raise work?

The Seated Dumbbell Front Raise primarily targets the Shoulders. Supporting muscles include Chest, Abs.

Is the Seated Dumbbell Front Raise a compound or isolation exercise?

The Seated Dumbbell Front Raise is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Seated Dumbbell Front Raise?

You need the following equipment: Dumbbells.

What difficulty level is the Seated Dumbbell Front Raise?

The Seated Dumbbell Front Raise is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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