Barbell Front Raise Video & Instructions

Barbell Front Raise video exercise guide. On this page you'll learn how to do a Barbell Front Raise using the correct technique. Below you'll find the Barbell Front Raise video, pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of the exercise. Click the play button below to start the video!

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Exercise Instructions:

Setup for the barbell front raise by loading a straight bar or EZ bar (shown) with the weight you want to use. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip (palms facing down) with your hands around shoulder width apart. Stand straight up and let the barbell rest on your thighs. Straighten your back, tense your mid section and pull your shoulders back, taking the weight off your thighs and holding it about 5 inches from your body. This is the starting position for the exercise. Keeping your arms straight, slowly raise the barbell up to shoulder height. Pause, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position. Repeat for desired reps.

Tips:

This is an isolation exercise so it's important you focus on strict technique to isolate the front deltoids. Don't let the barbell touch your body during the set, and don't raise the barbell above shoulder height. Keep the rep timing slow, and lower the weight slowly. And finally, keep your mid section tight and your back straight, don't swing to assist moving the weight up.