How to Do a Forward Dumbbell Raise to Scaption

Many people focus on building a strong chest when they are working out. But you mustn't neglect the secondary muscle set of the shoulders. They are of supreme importance to not only building a symbiotic body, but supporting your larger muscle groups as you are trying to build them.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

1. Select a comfortable weight for the exercise. This is obviously different for every person. If you are an experienced body builder, you should be able to gauge what weight is comfortable for you. A good rule of thumb is to use slightly less weight on the dumbbells than you use for your dumbbell shoulder press. If you are unsure, there is no shame in performing the exercise with no weight until you get the movement down. Then slowly add dumbbell weight.

2. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. Keep your back straight, and let the dumbbells dangle at your side with your palms facing inward.

3. Keep your arms straight and slowly raise the dumbbells until they are parallel to the floor. (Keep your palms facing inward.)

4. Move your arms outward slowly to the side until your body forms a T. Be sure to keep the dumbbells on the same horizontal plane.

5. Repeat the exercise until you have done 3 sets of 10 repetitions.

Tips & Warnings

• Define your workout goals before beginning weight training. Are you looking for a swimmer's body? Muscle mass? Or are you just looking for an overall tone? These questions will affect the size of the weight you are using and the number of repetitions.
• Always consult your physician before beginning a new workout.

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Resources

• This men's magazine offers great tips on your weight workouts.
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