Combo Shoulder Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Combo Shoulder Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Combo Shoulder Raise with proper form and technique.
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Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand, arms at your sides and feet shoulder-width apart.
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Raise both dumbbells to the side until your arms are parallel to the ground, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
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Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position, ensuring controlled movement throughout.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Combo Shoulder Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward or backward during the raise.
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Don't lift the weights above shoulder height to prevent shoulder strain.
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Engage your core to maintain stability and protect your lower back.
Secondary Muscles
While Combo Shoulder Raise primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps, Chest . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Combo Shoulder 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.