Single Dumbbell Raise

ShouldersDumbbellBeginnerIsolation

Single Dumbbell Raise — start position — START

Single Dumbbell Raise — finish position — FINISH

How to do it

01With 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.
02Raise the weight until it is above shoulder level, keeping your arms extended. Your torso and hips should remain stationary throughout the movement.
03Return to the starting position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Alternatives & substitutions

Same movement pattern, same primary muscles — swap by what you have.

With dumbbell

Front Dumbbell Raise Side Lateral Raise Alternating Deltoid Raise Bent Over Dumbbell Rear Delt Raise With Head On Bench

With cable

Face Pull Bent Over Low-Pulley Side Lateral Cable Seated Lateral Raise

With barbell

Upright Barbell Row

With bands

Band Pull Apart

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