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1.01
StrengthDumbbell

Dumbbell One Arm Front Raise

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
3energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders60%

Supporting muscles

  • Chest
  • Abs
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your wrist neutral with your thumb pointing forward throughout.

  1. 1

    Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand at your side.

  2. 2

    With a slight bend in your elbow, raise the dumbbell in front of you to shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other arm.

Expert tip

Avoid swinging the weight; lift with control using the strength of your shoulder muscles.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Lifting the dumbbell above shoulder height
  • ✕Leaning the torso backward at the top
  • ✕Allowing the dumbbell to drift outward
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