Standing Dumbbell Straight Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head

What is Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head? Standing dumbbell straight-arm front delt raise above head is a shoulder exercise that targets the anterior deltoid muscles. This exercise helps strengthen and tone the front part of the shoulders, improving shoulder stability and overall upper body strength.

Tutorial

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
2. Keep your arms straight and raise them in front of you until they are parallel to the ground.
3. Once your arms are parallel to the ground, continue raising the dumbbells above your head by extending your arms fully.
4. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.

Common Mistakes

• Using momentum to lift the weights instead of engaging the shoulder muscles.

• Bending the elbows during the raise, which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise. - Lifting too heavy weights, which can lead to improper form and potential injury.

• Arching the back or leaning backward while raising the dumbbells.

Tips for Better Results

• Focus on maintaining proper form throughout the exercise.

• Use a controlled movement, both when raising and lowering the dumbbells. - Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body during the movement.

• Start with lighter weights to ensure you can perform the exercise with correct form before increasing the weight.

Muscles Worked

• Anterior deltoid (front shoulder muscles) - Upper chest - Triceps