Plate Raises
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Plate Raises focuses on Shoulders, with Traps, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Plate Raises with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight plate with both hands.
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Your arms should be extended straight down in front of your thighs, with a slight bend in your elbows.
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Keeping your core engaged and back straight, slowly raise the plate directly in front of you.
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Continue lifting until your arms are parallel to the floor, or slightly above shoulder height.
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Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the plate back down to the starting position with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Plate Raises 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
If you enjoyed Plate Raises, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Plate Raises, 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.
