The Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise exercise targets the shoulders, specifically the lateral and front deltoid muscles. It helps to improve shoulder strength and stability.
How to perform
To perform the Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise exercise, follow these steps:1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your palms facing your body. Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your elbows.
2. Start by raising the dumbbells out to the sides until your arms are parallel to the ground, keeping a slight bend in your elbows. This is the lateral raise portion of the exercise.
3. Once you reach the top of the lateral raise, begin to rotate your arms forward, bringing the dumbbells in front of you until they are shoulder height. This is the front raise portion of the exercise.
4. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, and repeat the lateral to front raise movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips:
- Keep your core engaged and avoid swinging your body to lift the dumbbells.
- Focus on controlling the movement and maintaining proper form throughout the exercise.
- Use a weight that challenges you but allows you to maintain proper form.
Equipment required
Dumbbell
Dumbbells are handheld weights typically used for resistance training exercises. They come in various sizes and weights, allowing for a wide range of exercises that target specific muscle groups. Dumbbells are versatile tools for strength training, muscle building, and toning. They can be used for a wide variety of exercises, including arm curls, shoulder presses, chest presses, lunges, and squats.