Exercise library
Shoulders
Dumbbell Front Raise
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Chest
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Vertical push
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs. Raise one or both weights forward with a slight elbow bend to shoulder height, then lower under control. Keep the movement smooth and avoid using body swing.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the shoulders — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Arnold PressDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Lateral RaiseDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Shoulder PressDumbbellVertical push
- Dumbbell Upright RowDumbbellVertical push
- Seated Dumbbell Shoulder PressDumbbellVertical push
- Band Front RaiseBandVertical push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the shoulders: