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Barbell Front Raises

The Barbell Front Raises is a barbell exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Shoulders
Also works
Traps
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Shoulders

Step by step

  1. Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
  3. Lift the barbell forward to shoulder height with straight arms, keeping elbows slightly bent.
  4. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
  5. Maintain control and steady breathing throughout.
  6. Avoid using momentum or swinging the bar.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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