Single Dumbbell Raise
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using dumbbells.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Single Dumbbell Raise
- With a wide stance, hold a dumbell with both hands, grasping the head of the dumbbell instead of the handle. Your arms should be extended and hanging at the waist. This will be your starting position.
- Raise the weight until it is above shoulder level, keeping your arms extended. Your torso and hips should remain stationary throughout the movement.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
Alternatives to Single Dumbbell Raise
10 movements that train the same primary muscle, closest substitutes first — same kind of training, then variations of the movement itself, then a similar difficulty.
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Bent Over Dumbbell Rear Delt Raise With Head On Bench
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using dumbbells.
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Dumbbell Incline Shoulder Raise
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using dumbbells.
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Dumbbell Raise
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Front Dumbbell Raise
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Front Incline Dumbbell Raise
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Front Two-Dumbbell Raise
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using dumbbells.
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Cable Seated Lateral Raise
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using a cable machine.
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Standing Low-Pulley Deltoid Raise
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the shoulders, using a cable machine.
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Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise
A beginner compound strength exercise that works the shoulders, using a barbell.
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Dumbbell Lying One-Arm Rear Lateral Raise
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do single dumbbell raise work?
Single Dumbbell Raise primarily works the shoulders. The forearms and traps assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for single dumbbell raise?
Single Dumbbell Raise uses dumbbells.
Single Dumbbell Raise: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Single Dumbbell Raise is rated beginner. Movements you can learn in a session, with a low skill floor and a forgiving failure mode.
What can I do instead of single dumbbell raise?
Bent Over Dumbbell Rear Delt Raise With Head On Bench, Dumbbell Incline Shoulder Raise, Dumbbell Raise train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my single dumbbell raise reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; single dumbbell raise can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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