Dumbbell Raise
This is an exercise for shoulder and biceps strengthening.
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Muscle groups
- Shoulders
- Primary muscles
- Shoulders
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps
How to perform this exercise
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
- Grasp a dumbbell in each hand, in front of your thighs. This is your starting position.
- Draw your abs in.
- Raise the dumbbells up on either side of your ribs in a rowing motion by bending your elbows moving them outwards.
- Lower to starting position and repeat.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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