Plate Front Raise
The Plate Front Raise primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, with secondary activation of the Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a plate isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.
Weight plate front raise raising plate overhead emphasizing anterior delts.
| Equipment | Plate |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Vertical Push |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Anterior Deltoid |
| Secondary | Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular) |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Anterior Deltoid (shoulders)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Lateral Deltoid (shoulders)
- Secondary Muscle Pectoralis Major (Clavicular) (chest)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Stand or sit with upright posture. Grasp weight plate with both hands. Execution: Press weight overhead until arms are fully extended. Lower weight back to shoulder level under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Anterior Deltoid.
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