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Band Front Raise

Stand on the band and raise the handles to shoulder height in front, controlling the return.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Front delts
Movement
Push

Sets and reps

  • For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
  • For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
  • Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the front delts, for when the resistance band is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Band Front Raise work?
The Band Front Raise mainly works the front delts.
What equipment do you need for the Band Front Raise?
A resistance band.
How many sets and reps of the Band Front Raise?
For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
What can I do instead of the Band Front Raise?
Arm Circles, Barbell Overhead Press, Barbell Power Jerk and Barbell Push Jerk work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Band Front Raise to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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