How to perform Dumbbell Seated Front Raise with proper form
Setup
- Position: Sit on a bench with back support.
- Grip: Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
- Posture: Keep your feet flat on the floor and maintain a straight back.
Execution
- Starting Position: Hold the dumbbells at thigh level, arms extended down and slightly in front of you.
- Raise: With a controlled motion, lift the dumbbells straight in front of you to shoulder height.
- Elbow Position: Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement.
- Hold: Pause for a moment at the top of the lift.
- Lower: Slowly bring the dumbbells back to the starting position, maintaining control.
Tips for Proper Form
- Engage Core: Keep your core engaged to stabilize your torso.
- Avoid Swinging: Do not use momentum; movement should be smooth and controlled.
- Breathing: Exhale while raising the weights and inhale while lowering them.
- Range of Motion: Only raise the dumbbells to shoulder height to avoid shoulder strain.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Lifting too heavy leading to poor form.
- Arching the back or leaning too far forward.
- Allowing the shoulders to shrug up during the movement.
Conclusion
By following these guidelines, you can perform the Dumbbell Seated Front Raise safely and effectively, targeting the anterior deltoids and improving your shoulder strength.
Exercises
Arnold Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Arnold Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Around The World, Dumbbell
Type: Core
Target: Shoulders, Chest
Synergist: Back
Ball Slams, Medicine Ball
Type: Core, Upper
Target: Shoulders, Back
Synergist: Chest, Abs
Battle Ropes, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Core
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back
Behind The Neck Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Clean, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Push
Target: Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Back, Shoulders
Synergist: Calves, Biceps, Chest, Forearms
Clean and Jerk, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Push
Target: Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Back, Shoulders
Synergist: Calves, Biceps, Chest, Forearms
Deadlift High Pull, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Pull
Target: Shoulders, Glutes, Quadriceps
Synergist: Hamstrings, Biceps, Forearms, Calves, Back
Face Pull, Band
Type: Upper, Pull
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back
Front Raise, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest
Front Raise, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest
Front Raise, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest
Front Raise, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest
Front Raise, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest
Kettlebell Swing, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Core
Target: Shoulders, Glutes
Synergist: Hamstrings, Chest, Calves
Kettlebell Swing, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Lower, Core
Target: Shoulders, Glutes
Synergist: Hamstrings, Chest, Calves
Lateral Raise, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest