The band front lateral raise is a shoulder exercise that targets the deltoid muscles. Using a resistance band, you lift your arms straight in front of you, working the shoulders and upper back.
Also Works
TrapsUpper Back
How to Perform
1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the band in front of your thighs with your palms facing down.
2
Keep your arms straight and lift the band up in front of you until your arms are parallel to the ground.
3
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the band back down to the starting position.
4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tips
•Raise both arms simultaneously, with one going forward (front raise) and one going to the side (Lateral Raise), then alternate.
•Stop at shoulder height and avoid lifting higher, which recruits the traps instead of the delts.
•Keep a slight bend in the elbows throughout to reduce stress on the elbow joints.
Common Mistakes
•Raising the arms above shoulder height, which shifts the load from the deltoids to the upper traps.
•Shrugging the shoulders as you raise the band, which indicates the weight is too heavy.
•Leaning backward to assist the lift, which takes tension off the shoulders.