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Shoulders · Kettlebell

Kettlebell Front Raise

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Kettlebell Front Raise is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the forearms and core assisting. It needs a kettlebell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.

Target: Delts
Body part: Shoulders
Equipment: Kettlebell
Category: Strength
Mechanic: Isolation
Force: Push
Sets × reps: 3 × 10-15
Calories / min: ≈ 5.5 kcal

Primary muscles

Shoulders · Anterior Deltoids, Lateral Deltoids
Upper Back · Trapezius

Secondary muscles

Forearms · Forearm Flexors, Forearm Extensors
Core · Rectus Abdominis, Transversus Abdominis

How to do Kettlebell Front Raise

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and hold a kettlebell by the handle with both hands in front of you, keeping your arms extended.
Raise the kettlebell forward and upward, keeping your elbows straight as you are lifting the weight.
Continue lifting until your hands reach about chin height and your elbows are near shoulder height.
Lower the kettlebell along the same path until your arms are extended, then repeat.

Form tips

Maintain an upright torso throughout the exercise.
Avoid leaning backward to lift the kettlebell higher.
Raise and lower the weight smoothly without using momentum.
Exhale as you raise the kettlebell and inhale as you lower it.

Kettlebell Front Raise alternatives

Plate Front Raise

Barbell Front Raise

Dumbbell Front Raise

Band Front Raise

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Kettlebell Front Raise FAQ

What muscles does Kettlebell Front Raise work?

Kettlebell Front Raise mainly works the delts in the shoulders (Anterior Deltoids, Lateral Deltoids and Trapezius). The forearms and core work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Kettlebell Front Raise?

You need a kettlebell.

How many sets and reps of Kettlebell Front Raise should I do?

Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Kettlebell Front Raise good for beginners?

It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler shoulders exercises.

How many calories does Kettlebell Front Raise burn?

About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Kettlebell Front Raise?

Other exercises for the delts include Plate Front Raise, Barbell Front Raise, Dumbbell Front Raise and Band Front Raise.

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