Exercise guide

Standing Dumbbell Front Raise

The Standing Dumbbell Front Raise targets the front deltoids by lifting the arms forward under controlled resistance.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Advanced
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Standing Dumbbell Front Raise

  1. 01

    Stand upright holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.

  2. 02

    Keep your core braced and chest lifted.

  3. 03

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

  4. 04

    Maintain 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 shoulder tension
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Standing Dumbbell Front Raise work?

The Standing Dumbbell Front Raise primarily targets the Shoulders. Supporting muscles include Abs.

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

The Standing 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 Standing Dumbbell Front Raise?

You need the following equipment: Dumbbells.

What difficulty level is the Standing Dumbbell Front Raise?

The Standing Dumbbell Front Raise is rated as advanced difficulty. Prior training experience and proper form fundamentals are recommended.

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