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Barbell Front Raise demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

Barbell Front Raise

An isolation exercise raising a barbell from the thighs to shoulder height, targeting the front deltoids.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Chest · Side Delts · Serratus

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand holding a barbell with an overhand grip at thigh level.

  2. 02

    Keep your arms straight and core braced.

  3. 03

    Raise the barbell in front of you to shoulder height.

  4. 04

    Pause briefly at the top.

  5. 05

    Lower under control and repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.