Front Delt Raise

Muscle Groups Involved

Delts - Front - Primary
Lower Trapezius - Primary

Highlights

Be sure to raise your hands above the height of your shoulders.
Keep your shoulder blades down and back (tucked into back pockets) for increased stability.
Lower the weight strictly to improve the effectiveness of the exercise.
Try protracting (forwards) and retracting (pulled back) your shoulders. Spend more time in the weaker position.

Description

The Front Delt Raise targets the anterior deltoid which covers the front of the shoulder and the lower and middle trapezius muscles in the back between the shoulder blades. Start with a braced core

The Front Delt Raise targets the anterior deltoid which covers the front of the shoulder and the lower and middle trapezius muscles in the back between the shoulder blades. Start with a braced core and braced glutes. Under control, lift the weight, thumbs up, until your hand is above your shoulder. Lower the weight under control and repeat without swinging at the bottom of the movement.

Common Mistakes

Be sure to brace your abs and glutes while also locking your shoulders down

Be sure to brace your abs and glutes while also locking your shoulders down and back during this movement. Letting your shoulder roll forwards can make the exercise uncomfortable and less effective.

Pro Tips

Strict form gives the best overall results for this exercise. When done pro

Strict form gives the best overall results for this exercise. When done properly it will be challenging for your upper back as well as your shoulders. Pause at the top briefly to get the best contraction.

Purpose

Well built anterior deltoids give a full, rounded look to the shoulder comp

Well built anterior deltoids give a full, rounded look to the shoulder complex which makes for a more athletic build, especially when viewed from the side.