Band Front Lateral Raise
Description
The band front lateral raise combines elements of the front raise and lateral raise into one motion using a resistance band. By raising the band ends out at a 45-degree angle, you hit both the front and side delts simultaneously. It is a strong combo movement for shoulder development.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Band Front Lateral Raise Instructions
- Stand on the middle of a resistance band with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grip the band ends in each hand at your thighs.
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows throughout.
- Brace your core and stand tall.
- Raise both band ends out and forward at about a 45-degree angle.
- Continue until your hands reach shoulder height.
- Squeeze your front and side delts at the top.
- Lower the bands back down with control to the starting position.
Band Front Lateral Raise Form & Visual
Band Front Lateral Raise Benefits
- Hits front and side delts in one motion
- Time-efficient shoulder training
- Constant band tension through the range
- Builds shoulder size and definition
- Useful for home training
- Easy to scale by changing band tension
Band Front Lateral Raise Muscles Worked
- Anterior deltoid
- Lateral deltoid
- Trapezius (upper)
Band Front Lateral Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Band Lateral Raise
- Band Front Raise
- Y Raise
- Dumbbell Front Lateral Raise
