Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise
Description
The dumbbell lateral-to-front raise combines a lateral raise with a front raise in one continuous motion. You raise the dumbbells to the sides (lateral), then sweep them forward (front), then lower. This targets both the lateral and anterior deltoid heads in one movement.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise Instructions
- Stand with dumbbells at your sides, palms facing in.
- Raise both dumbbells out to the sides to shoulder height (lateral raise).
- From the top of the lateral raise, sweep the dumbbells forward in front of you (so arms now point forward at shoulder height).
- Lower the dumbbells from the front position back to your sides.
- That is one rep. Continue for the desired reps.
- Move with control throughout the arc.
- Use light weight — the continuous arc is demanding.
- Aim for 8 to 10 reps.
Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise Benefits
- Targets lateral and anterior delts in one movement
- Time-efficient shoulder exercise
- Extended time under tension through the arc
- Light weight is very effective
- Engaging and challenging variation
- Builds complete shoulder development
Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise Muscles Worked
- Lateral deltoid
- Anterior deltoid
- Upper trapezius
- Supraspinatus
Dumbbell Lateral to Front Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Front Raise
- DB Full Can Lateral Raise
- Cable Lateral to Front Raise
- Around-the-World Raise
