Banded Front Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Banded Front Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Front Raise with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a resistance band under your feet, holding each end with your hands at thigh level.
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Engage your core and, keeping your arms straight, raise the band in front of you until your arms are parallel to the floor.
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Slowly lower the band back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Banded Front Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders down and back to avoid shrugging while lifting the band.
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Do not use your back to lift; focus on using your shoulders to raise the band.
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Maintain a slight bend in your elbows to reduce strain on your joints.
Secondary Muscles
While Banded Front Raise primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Banded Front Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Front Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
