Single Dumbbell Raise
With a wide stance, hold one dumbbell by its head with both hands, arms extended at the waist. Raise it above shoulder level with the arms straight.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Type
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force direction
- —
- Muscles
- 9
Form sequence
01 · start
With a wide stance, hold a dumbell with both hands, grasping the head of the dumbbell instead of the handle. Your arms should be extended and hanging at the waist. This will be your starting position.
02 · raise · Key step
Raise the weight until it is above shoulder level, keeping your arms extended. Your torso and hips should remain stationary throughout the movement.
03 · lower
Return to the starting position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
What's working
3D
- Anterior Deltoid
Primary · 338 exercises
- Lateral Deltoid
Primary · 338 exercises
- Posterior Deltoid
Primary · 338 exercises
- Wrist & Finger Flexors
Secondary · 119 exercises
- Wrist & Finger Extensors
Secondary · 119 exercises
- Brachioradialis
Secondary · 119 exercises
- Upper Trapezius
Secondary · 99 exercises
- Middle Trapezius
Secondary · 164 exercises
- Lower Trapezius
Secondary · 99 exercises
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Equipment
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