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Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head

Standing Dumbbell Straight-Arm Front Delt Raise Above Head is an intermediate isolation dumbbell exercise that mainly works your shoulders.

💪 Shoulders🏋️ Dumbbell📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps

How to do the standing dumbbell straight-arm front delt raise above head

Hold the dumbbells in front of your thighs, palms facing your thighs.
Keep your arms straight with a slight bend at the elbows but keep them locked. This will be your starting position.
Raise the dumbbells in a semicircular motion to arm's length overhead as you exhale.
Slowly return to the starting position using the same path as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Primary: Shoulders

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.

What muscles does the standing dumbbell straight-arm front delt raise above head work?

It mainly works your shoulders.

How many sets and reps of standing dumbbell straight-arm front delt raise above head should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the standing dumbbell straight-arm front delt raise above head good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.