There are many variations of the front raise shoulder exercise. This article will discuss how to perform a plate, barbell, or Incline bench version. It will also touch on the Battle rope. There are several things to keep in mind when performing this exercise. You should never rock your body or fully straighten your elbows when doing this exercise. Instead, hold the weight plate in both hands and raise it to shoulder level while looking at the surface of the weight plate.
Barbell front raise
The Barbell front raise is an effective shoulder exercise to strengthen your shoulders. This exercise is versatile enough to accommodate varying levels of fitness. There are seated variations, which involve bracing your abs and maintaining a straight back. In any case, the goal is to strengthen the front delts and maintain a healthy spine. To improve your form, add a few front raise variations to your workout routine. Here are some tips to help you get the best results with this exercise.
Front Raise Shoulder Exercise
Plate front raise
The Plate front raise shoulder exercise works the chest and shoulders by engaging them as you lift a plate parallel to the floor. Hold it for a brief second and then lower it again to eye level. Be sure to keep your arms straight, but slightly bent. Perform each repetition for one to two counts. Repeat the process as many times as necessary to reach the proper challenge level. Increasing the difficulty level is a matter of personal preference.
Plate front raise
Incline bench front raise
The incline bench is an excellent place to do the front raise shoulder exercise. There are many variations of the exercise to accommodate different levels of fitness. You can perform the exercise seated or in a semi-standing position, with the incline being higher at the front end and lower at the back end. In either position, you should brace your abdominal muscles and maintain a straight back. If your torso is strong, you can use resistance bands or barbells instead of dumbbells.
Incline bench front raise
Battle rope front raise
The battle rope front raise shoulder exercise is an effective way to strengthen your shoulders and build fitter form. Begin by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and the battle ropes in front of you. Then, brace your core and move your arms rapidly as you hold the ropes in each hand. This exercise will strengthen your upper body while strengthening the glutes and lower back. You should be able to complete thirty reps before you feel tired.
Battle rope front raise
Side raises
Many compound exercises do not properly train the side delts. Side raises can help by training the deltoids and upper traps as well. Although this shoulder exercise is not a primary focus, subtle tidbits can help you improve your results. Side raises can be a great way to build large, powerful shoulders. For best results, perform three sets of four reps each of the following movements: prepare, raise, and return.
Side raises
Side deltoid
The front raise is a common shoulder exercise that can strengthen side deltoid muscles. The front deltoids already receive intense loading from presses. This exercise is therefore not recommended for building front deltoid strength. Also, it is not recommended for people with shoulder injuries, because it places unnecessary stress on the elbow joints. But it can be useful for people recovering from shoulder injury. Here are some tips for doing the front raise.
Side deltoid
Serratus anterior
You can strengthen your serratus anterior during a front raise shoulder exercise by raising your arms in the scapular plane of motion. This exercise is beneficial because it recruits the commonly underactive lower trapezius to help with the motion. To begin this exercise, lie on the floor with your knees bent, and place your hands on your thighs. Point your thumbs towards your head. As you raise your arms, push your shoulder blades down and tip them to the posterior.
Serratus anterior
