Shoulders
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head
Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head is an intermediate-level shoulder exercise performed with dumbbells.
Dumbbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Intermediate
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Shoulders
No secondary muscle group is listed for this variation.
Strength
Movement pattern: raise. This is an isolation exercise.
Intermediate
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head
- Hold the dumbbells in front of your thighs, palms facing your thighs.
- Keep your arms straight with a slight bend at the elbows but keep them locked. This will be your starting position.
- Raise the dumbbells in a semicircular motion to arm's length overhead as you exhale.
- Slowly return to the starting position using the same path as you inhale.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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FAQ
Common questions about Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head.
What muscles does Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head work?
Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head primarily trains the shoulders.
Is Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head beginner-friendly?
It is listed as intermediate.
What equipment do I need for Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head?
This variation uses dumbbells.
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