About this exercise
An isometric shoulder exercise where a weight plate or dumbbell is raised to shoulder height with arms extended and held in that position, building anterior deltoid endurance and strength under sustained tension.
Weighted Front Raise Hold
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Weighted Front Raise Hold.
EasyFront shoulders
How to Perform
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight plate or dumbbell in both hands in front of your thighs
- Brace your core and keep a slight bend in your elbows
- Raise the weight forward and upward until your arms are parallel to the floor and at shoulder height
- Hold the position for the prescribed duration, keeping your torso stable and avoiding any swinging
- Slowly lower the weight back to the starting position under control
Muscle Activation
Primary
Front shoulders
Secondary
CoreTrapezius
About the Weighted Front Raise Hold
The Weighted Front Raise Hold is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
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