Weight Plate Front Raise
Weight Plate Front Raise is a weightlifting exercise that targets the fronts and sides of the shoulders, upper chest muscles, and biceps. It is also a good way to improve shoulder mobility and tone your upper body.
BEGINNER
Dumbbell V Raise
Dumbbell V Raise primarily strengthens the shoulder muscles and works the upper chest. It is an isolation exercise for shoulder flexion that helps you build strength and definition in the front and sides of your shoulders.
Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, hands holding a pair of light dumbbells at your sides, palms facing the tops of your thighs.
- Lift the dumbbells in front of your chest so your body forms a wide "V". Squeeze the shoulder blades together and hold for a count at the top. Slowly lower the dumbbells to the starting position.
Tips
- Avoid using momentum to complete the exercise. Focus on slow and controlled movement with each rep.
Alternative Exercises
Cable Front Raise
Cable Front Raise is a great variation of the front raise, which is used to build the muscles of the shoulders. It improves stability and reduces your chance of receiving an injury. Utilizing the cable in this exercise is useful because it provides constan...
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