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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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