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Raising the dumbbells all the way overhead rather than stopping at shoulder height extends the front raise into a longer range of shoulder flexion, which shifts some of the work onto the upper traps and serratus once the arms pass shoulder height. It's a longer, more demanding range of motion than a standard front raise, so the weight needs to come down accordingly.
How to Do the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
- Keep your arms straight and lift the dumbbells in front of you, raising them above your head.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
The Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head primarily targets the Delts, with Trapezius as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Biceps.
More Shoulders Exercises
Band Front Lateral Raise
Band Front Raise
Band Reverse Fly
Band Shoulder Press
Band Standing Rear Delt Row
Band Twisting Overhead Press
More Delts Exercises
Band Y-Raise
Barbell Front Raise
Barbell One Arm Snatch
Barbell Rear Delt Raise
Barbell Rear Delt Row
Barbell Seated Behind Head Military Press
Equipment Alternatives
Don't have dumbbell? These target the same delts with different equipment.
FAQ
- What muscles does the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head work?
- The Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head primarily targets the delts, with the trapezius and biceps assisting.
- What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head?
- The Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head is done with a dumbbell.
- What's a good alternative to the Dumbbell Standing Front Raise Above Head?
- If you don't have access to a dumbbell, the Left Hook. Boxing targets the same delts using body weight instead.