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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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