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Standing Front Barbell Raise Over Head

Standing Front Barbell Raise Over Head is an intermediate isolation barbell exercise that mainly works your shoulders.

💪 Shoulders🏋️ Barbell📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Standing Front Barbell Raise Over Head: starting position
Starting position
Standing Front Barbell Raise Over Head: end position
End position

How to do the standing front barbell raise over head

  1. To begin, stand straight with a barbell in your hands. You should grip the bar with palms facing down and a closer than shoulder width grip apart from each other.
  2. Your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. Your elbows should be slightly bent. This is the starting position.
  3. Lift the barbell up until it is directly over your head while exhaling. Make sure to keep your elbows slightly bent when performing each repetition.
  4. Once you feel the contraction, begin to lower the barbell back down to the starting position as you inhale.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Shoulders

Sets and reps

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.

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FAQ

What muscles does the standing front barbell raise over head work?

It mainly works your shoulders.

How many sets and reps of standing front barbell raise over 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 front barbell raise over head good for beginners?

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

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