Band front lateral raise
The band front lateral raise is an exercise targeting the deltoid muscles using a resistance band. It involves raising the arms in front and to the sides of the body, engaging the shoulders and upper chest.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Band
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to avoid arching your back.
- Raise the band to shoulder height, not higher.
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injury
- severe shoulder arthritis
Also known as
Alzate frontali laterali con elastico, shoulder exercise, deltoid exercise, resistance band shoulder raise