Suspended Front Raise
The Suspended Front Raise primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, with secondary activation of the Brachialis, Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior, Trapezius (Lower), Trapezius (Middle) and stabilizer support from the Biceps Femoris (Long Head), Erector Spinae, External Obliques, Gluteus Maximus, Levator Scapulae, Rectus Abdominis, Trapezius (Upper), Wrist Extensors. It is a suspension isolation exercise at intermediate difficulty.
The Suspended Front Raise is an intermediate isolation exercise performed with suspension, following a isolation movement pattern. It primarily targets the Anterior Deltoid, with secondary engagement of the Brachialis, Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior, Trapezius (Lower), Trapezius (Middle). This is a bilateral pushing movement, meaning both sides work together to generate force.
A suspension isolation push exercise targeting the Anterior Deltoid.
| Equipment | Suspension |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Isolation |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Anterior Deltoid |
| Secondary | Brachialis, Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior, Trapezius (Lower), Trapezius (Middle) |
Muscles Worked
The Anterior Deltoid is the primary mover, taking on the bulk of the workload throughout the full range of motion. The Brachialis, Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior, Trapezius (Lower), and Trapezius (Middle) act as secondary movers, assisting the primary muscles and contributing meaningfully to the overall output. The Biceps Femoris (Long Head), Erector Spinae, External Obliques, and 5 other muscles act as stabilizers, maintaining joint position and postural alignment throughout the movement.
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Anterior Deltoid (shoulders)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Brachialis (biceps)
- Secondary Muscle Lateral Deltoid (shoulders)
- Secondary Muscle Pectoralis Major (Clavicular) (chest)
- Secondary Muscle Serratus Anterior (chest)
- Secondary Muscle Trapezius (Lower) (back)
- Secondary Muscle Trapezius (Middle) (back)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Biceps Femoris (Long Head) (hamstrings)
- Stabilizer Muscle Erector Spinae (back)
- Stabilizer Muscle External Obliques (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Gluteus Maximus (glutes)
- Stabilizer Muscle Levator Scapulae (neck)
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Trapezius (Upper) (back)
- Stabilizer Muscle Wrist Extensors (forearms)
How to Perform
Preparation
- Grasp suspension handles and momentarily step back until arms are extended forward and straight.
- While keeping arms straight and shoulders back, step forward so body reclines back behind suspension handles.
- Position body and legs straight at desired angle, hanging from handles with arms straight and palms facing downward.
Execution
- Raise arms upward overhead by flexing shoulders with arms straight.
- Return and lower body back until arms are extended straight forward in original position.
- Repeat.
Comments
- At higher angles, feet can be placed flat on floor.
- When angled further back, only heels may contact floor with forefeet raising upward.
- Dismounting can be achieved by walking backward until body is upright.
- This exercise can be performed on TRXⓇ style suspension trainer or adjustable length gymnastics rings.
Tips & Common Mistakes
- Use a full range of motion — partial reps reduce stimulus on the target muscle.
- Slow down the eccentric (lowering) phase for greater time under tension.
- If you need to swing or cheat, the weight is too heavy — reduce and focus on form.
Programming Suggestions
Adapt your sets and reps to your training goal.
| Strength | 3–4 sets × 6–8 reps at 75–85% 1RM with 90–120 seconds rest. |
|---|---|
| Hypertrophy | 3–4 sets × 10–15 reps at 60–75% 1RM with 60–90 seconds rest. |
| Endurance | 2–3 sets × 15–25 reps at 40–60% 1RM with 30–45 seconds rest. |
Alternative Exercises
These exercises target the same primary muscles (Anterior Deltoid) and can be substituted based on your equipment or variation preferences.
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