Weighted Floor T Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Weighted Floor T Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Floor T Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie face down on the floor with your body straight and your arms extended out to the sides, forming a 'T' shape.
- 2
Hold a light dumbbell in each hand, keeping your palms facing the floor and your arms straight.
- 3
Engage your shoulder blades and lift both arms off the floor, keeping them straight and parallel to the ground.
- 4
Hold the top position briefly, feeling the contraction in your shoulders and upper back.
- 5
Slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position on the floor with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Floor T 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 Weighted Floor T Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Floor T 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.
