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Instructions
- Stand upright holding a kettlebell with both hands in front of your thighs.
- Keep your core engaged and arms straight but not locked.
- Raise the kettlebell forward until your arms are fully extended overhead.
- Pause briefly at the top while maintaining control.
- Slowly lower the kettlebell back to the starting position.
Technical Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning backward.
- Lift with your shoulders, not by swinging the weight.
- Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the movement.
Breathing Tips
- Inhale before lifting the kettlebell.
- Exhale as you raise the kettlebell overhead.
- Inhale as you lower the kettlebell back down.
Restrizioni mediche
- Shoulder injuries
- Rotator cuff tears
- Severe lower back pain
How should I hold the kettlebell during a front raise?
Hold the kettlebell by the horns with both hands, keeping your wrists neutral and your grip firm to ensure control throughout the front raise movement.
Is the kettlebell front raise better than the dumbbell front raise?
Both exercises target the front deltoids effectively, but the kettlebell front raise engages your grip and stabilizers more due to the offset weight distribution, providing functional strength benefits.
Can I perform kettlebell front raises with one arm?
Yes, you can perform kettlebell front raises unilaterally to isolate each shoulder individually and address any strength imbalances effectively.
What weight should I use for kettlebell front raises as a beginner?
As a beginner, start with a light kettlebell between 4-8 kg to focus on proper form and control before progressing to heavier weights for increased strength gains.
Do kettlebell front raises work the chest muscles too?
Kettlebell front raises primarily target the front deltoids and engage the upper chest minimally as stabilizers, but they are not a direct chest strengthening exercise.
The Kettlebell Complete Front Raise is a fundamental shoulder isolation exercise designed to strengthen and develop the anterior deltoids effectively. This movement involves lifting the kettlebell from the thighs to an overhead position with straight arms, emphasizing front shoulder strength and stability. It is commonly used in strength training, bodybuilding, and functional fitness routines to enhance shoulder definition and improve overhead control. The kettlebell variation increases grip engagement and coordination compared to standard dumbbell raises. Practicing this exercise improves your ability to lift objects in front of you and enhances shoulder mobility for daily functional tasks. Suitable for beginners and easily progressed by increasing kettlebell weight, the Kettlebell Complete Front Raise helps build balanced shoulder strength essential for upper body aesthetics and injury prevention. Integrating this exercise into your shoulder workout routine will help you target the front delts effectively with strict control and minimal equipment, making it ideal for home or gym training programs.