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Two Arm Dumbbell Raises Over Head

Exercise Tips

  • Your arms should be the only body part moving
  • Do not lift with your neck

Two Arm Dumbbell Raises Over Head

This exercise targets the front of your shoulders and provides a low cardio benefit.

Muscle Group

Anterior Deltoids (Front Shoulders)

Frequency

1 Day a Week to
3 Days a Week

Equipment

Dumbbells

Cardiovascular Benefit

Low

Muscle Group: Anterior Deltoids (Front Shoulders)

Equipment: Dumbbells

Minimum Frequency: 1 Day a Week

Maximum Frequency: 3 Days a Week

Cardiovascular Benefit: Low

Exercise Category: Shoulders



Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointing forward. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip, arms hanging down by your sides.

  1. 1 Exhaling, raise your arms straight forward until they are straight over your head, elbows slightly bent.
  2. 2 Inhale and slowly lower your arms back down to starting position.
  3. 3Repeat this exercise until you have completed all repetitions for the set.