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Shoulders · Dumbbell

Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises

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Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises is a beginner isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the upper chest assisting. It needs a dumbbell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 4.3 calories per minute.

Target
Delts
Body part
Shoulders
Equipment
Dumbbell
Category
Strength
Mechanic
Isolation
Force
Push
Sets × reps
3 × 10-15
Calories / min
≈ 4.3 kcal

Primary muscles

  • Front Shoulders

Secondary muscles

  • Upper Chest

How to do Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises

  1. Sit tall on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
  2. Raise the dumbbells in front of you to shoulder height.
  3. Pause briefly.
  4. Lower slowly and repeat.

Form tips

  • Don't swing the weights.
  • Keep your back against the pad if there is one.

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Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises FAQ

What muscles does Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises work?

Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises mainly works the delts in the shoulders. The upper chest work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises?

You need a dumbbell.

How many sets and reps of Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises 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 Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises good for beginners?

Yes. Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the delts.

How many calories does Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises burn?

About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Front Raises?

Other exercises for the delts include Seated Plate Front Raises, Front Raises Barbell, Seated Plate Side Raises and Cable Front Raises Straight Bar.

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