Standing Lift

Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs, Shoulders

Standing Lift focuses on Obliques, Abs, Shoulders, with Lower Back, Hips working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Standing Lift with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell or weight in one hand at your side.

  2. 2

    Engage your core, then lift the weight straight up to shoulder height while keeping your arm straight.

  3. 3

    Lower the weight back to the starting position and repeat for the desired reps before switching sides.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Standing Lift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your back straight and avoid leaning to one side during the lift to prevent strain.

  • Use a weight that allows you to maintain good form without overexerting yourself.

  • Breathe out as you lift and inhale as you lower for better control.

Secondary Muscles

While Standing Lift primarily targets Obliques, Abs, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, Hips . 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 Standing Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Standing Lift, 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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