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Front raises

	Front raises - a great way to isolate the anterior deltoid. Resist the urge to use heavy weights! It will only result in cheating
	What you need for Front raises : Two dumbbells A weight-lifting belt

how to do it

Grasp two dumbbells with your palms facing behind you. Stand tall with the weights by your sides

Tighten your shoulders and begin to raise the weights towards shoulder level

Exhale. Pause briefly before returning the weights slowly back to the start position. Repeat

Note: You can exercise both arms at the same time OR exercise them simultaneously as demonstrated above

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