Bodyweight Front Raise to Lateral Raise
Combines front and lateral raises in one fluid movement to target the entire deltoid.
ShouldersBeginnerStrengthRaise
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders. Secondary: upper back |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Shoulders |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Raise |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~4 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall with arms at your sides.
- Raise the arms forward to shoulder height (front raise).
- Open the arms out to the sides into a lateral raise.
- Lower with control or reverse the pattern.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combines front and lateral raises in one fluid movement to target the entire deltoid.
Common mistakes
Avoid swinging or shrugging the shoulders.
Make it harder
Add light water bottles or dumbbells.
Make it easier
Perform the raises separately.
Breathing
Exhale as you raise, inhale as you lower.
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