Shoulders·Dumbbell·Isolation
Single Dumbbell Raise
Shoulders · Dumbbell
Beginner
Body Part
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Beginner
Type
Isolation
The Single Dumbbell Raise is a beginner dumbbell exercise that primarily targets the Shoulders.
Muscles Worked
Shoulders primaryForearms secondaryTraps secondary
How to Do the Single Dumbbell Raise
- 1With a wide stance, hold a dumbell with both hands, grasping the head of the dumbbell instead of the handle. Your arms should be extended and hanging at the waist. This will be your starting position.
- 2Raise the weight until it is above shoulder level, keeping your arms extended. Your torso and hips should remain stationary throughout the movement.
- 3Return to the starting position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Related Exercises
Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB.