Shoulders · Barbell

Front Raise (Barbell)

A movement that trains your shoulders, done with a barbell. Your biceps and triceps help out.

Front Raise (Barbell), starting position
EquipmentBarbell
Type
Push or pull
LevelBeginner

Muscles you'll work

Front Raise (Barbell) muscles worked, front viewFront Raise (Barbell) muscles worked, back view
ShouldersPrimaryBiceps · TricepsSecondary

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your arms straight and lift the barbell forward and upward until it reaches shoulder level.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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