Dumbbell V Raise

Muscle Groups: Shoulders

Dumbbell V Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell V Raise with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip.

  2. 2

    Keeping your arms mostly straight, raise the dumbbells out to your sides and slightly forward, rotating your wrists so your pinkies are higher than your thumbs.

  3. 3

    Continue raising until your arms are roughly parallel to the floor.

  4. 4

    Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with control.

Secondary Muscles

While Dumbbell V 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

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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell V 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.

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