Intermediate
Weight Plate Front Raise
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
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.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Hold the weight plate on both sides with your thumbs pointing up. Stand up straight and keep your arms fully extended in front of your body. -
Step 2
With your elbows slightly bent, lift the plate until your arms are parallel to the floor. Pause in this position and then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Weight Plate Front Raise targets Delts as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- The lifting portion of this lift should be performed at a faster pace than when the weight is lowered back to its original position.
- Squeeze your core throughout the exercise.
- To relieve tension in your lower back, remember to keep your knees slightly bent.
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