Barbell Front Raise

An isolation exercise raising a barbell from the thighs to shoulder height, targeting the front deltoids.

How to do it

1. Stand holding a barbell with an overhand grip at thigh level.
2. Keep your arms straight and core braced.
3. Raise the barbell in front of you to shoulder height.
4. Pause briefly at the top.
5. Lower under control and repeat.

Tips

• Use a light weight to avoid swinging the bar up.
• Avoid leaning back as the bar rises.
• Keep your wrists neutral rather than letting them bend backward.

Muscles

Primary: Front deltoid

Secondary: Side deltoid, Chest, Serratus