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Dumbbell Standing Front and Lateral Raise

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Targets: Front delt

About

This raise targets both the front and side at the same time.

How to Dumbbell Standing Front and Lateral Raise

Starting Position

1. Stand with a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder width.

2. Place the dumbbells in front of your thighs with your palms facing your body.

Proper Form

1. With your elbows slightly bent, lift the dumbbells in front of your body at a 45-degree angle.

2. Raise them to shoulder height, pause for a moment,

3. and slowly lower them back to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when lifting the dumbbell and inhale when lowering it.

Precautions

1. Do not lift with a rebound by shaking your upper body; focus on light weights to stimulate the front and side of the shoulders.

2. If you have shoulder pain, adjust the height to be lower than your shoulders while performing the exercise.

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