This exercise involves sitting on a bench with a barbell in front of you and lifting it straight up to shoulder height, targeting the front deltoids. It is a great exercise for building shoulder strength and definition.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the anterior deltoids, or front shoulder muscles
- Improves shoulder strength and stability
- Helps to develop a more defined and sculpted shoulder appearance
- Can be modified to target different areas of the shoulder by adjusting grip or range of motion
- Assists in improving posture and reducing risk of shoulder injuries
How to perform
- Start by sitting on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
- Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and rest it on your thighs.
- Slowly raise the barbell up to shoulder height, keeping your arms straight and your elbows slightly bent.
- Hold the position for a second, then slowly lower the barbell back down to your thighs.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Chest
Primary