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Dumbbell Forward Raises
Equipment Required
- a pair of dumbbells
Technique
- Start by standing with the feet shoulder width apart and the torso in an upright position, with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Turn the dumbbells so that the palms are facing your thighs and slightly bend at the elbows.
- Keeping your arm relatively straight, raise your right arm in front of you until the dumbbell is directly in front of your shoulder.
- Pause and slowly lower to the starting position.
- repeat the movement with the left arm, and continue alternating arms until all repetitions are complete.
Key points to remember
- keep the abdominals tight and the lower back in a neutral position
Alternatives
- This exercise can be performed with the hands turned so that the palm is facing behind you. This will work a more lateral part of the shoulder.
- See also the dumbbell side raise
Related Pages
- more Dumbbell Exercises
- Free weights for sale in the fitness store
