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Front raise dynaband
The front raise with dynaband is a shoulder exercise in which you raise the arm in front of the body against elastic resistance. Unlike the dumbbell variant, the resistance increases as the arm rises higher, requiring the shoulder to remain active throughout the entire range of motion.
The controlled and well-dosed resistance makes this exercise very suitable for targeted activation of the anterior shoulder head and improving shoulder control. The elastic resistance also makes it low-threshold for use within rehabilitation.
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Purpose of the exercise
Aims to strengthen the anterior shoulder head (deltoid anterior) and improve controlled shoulder flexion. Supports muscle balance around the shoulder joint and contributes to safe build-up towards pushing and overhead movements.
Supplies
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Dynaband/elastic
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Flat surface
Starting position
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Stand upright with feet hip-width apart
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Step with one foot on the centre of the elastic band
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Hold the other end in your hand
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Arm along body
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Knees slightly bent
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Core tightened
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Shoulders low and stable
Implementation
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Raise the arm in a controlled forward direction
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Keep slight bend in the elbow
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Lift to about shoulder height
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Maintain control against increasing resistance
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Actively tighten the shoulder at the top
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Lower the arm slowly and in a controlled manner
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Keep constant tension on the elastic band
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Change of sides after completion
Points of interest
✓ Move in a controlled manner without momentum
✓ Keep core tightened
✓ Shoulders low and stable
✓ Move within a pain-free range
✓ Check the return motion
✗ Swinging the body
✗ Hollowing the lower back
✗ Using elastic too heavy
✗ Force arm higher than controllable
✗ Ignoring pain in shoulder
When this exercise?
The front raise with dynaband is used to improve controlled shoulder flexion and muscle activation. The exercise is well suited within early to mid stages of shoulder rehabilitation, when light resistance is desired to build muscle control.
In addition, this exercise can be used preventively with athletes to improve shoulder balance and stability. The adjustable resistance makes it easy to adjust the load to the athlete's level. Application, load and progression should always take place in consultation with a physiotherapist or other qualified professional, so that the exercise is safe and tailored to the individual's load capacity, complaints and recovery status.
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