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barbell front raise and pullover

barbell front raise and pullover is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, palms facing down.

Step 2

Keep your arms straight and raise the barbell in front of you until it reaches shoulder height.

Step 3

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.

Step 4

Next, lower the barbell behind your head, keeping your arms straight.

Step 5

Pause for a moment at the bottom, then raise the barbell back up to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

deltoidstriceps

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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