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Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise exercise animation

Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise

Category
Chest
Equipment
Barbell
Target
Serratus Anterior

The barbell incline shoulder raise targets the serratus anterior, the muscle along the side of the ribs that helps the shoulder blade rotate and protract, which barely gets trained by pressing or pulling movements. It's a niche but useful accessory for shoulder health and scapular control. Keep the movement slow and light, since this is a smaller stabilizing muscle rather than a major mover.

How to Do the Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the bench with your back against the pad and feet flat on the ground.
  3. Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Lift the barbell up to shoulder height, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  5. Slowly raise the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back to shoulder height.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise primarily targets the Serratus Anterior, with Deltoids as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Trapezius.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have barbell? These target the same serratus anterior with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise work?
The Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise primarily targets the serratus anterior, with the deltoids and trapezius assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise?
The Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise is done with a barbell.
What's a good alternative to the Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise?
If you don't have access to a barbell, the Incline Scapula Push Up targets the same serratus anterior using body weight instead.