Dumbbell
Dumbbell Incline Shoulder Raise
Serratus · Chest
Intermediate5
Demonstration
AdvancedIsolationBarbell
Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise
Serratus · Chest
4
sets
8–12
reps
1m 15s
Rest time
~7
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
- 2
Sit on the bench with your back against the pad and feet flat on the ground.
- 3
Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 4
Lift the barbell up to shoulder height, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 5
Slowly raise the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
- 6
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back to shoulder height.
- 7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Serratus
deltoids
Secondary
deltoidstrapezius
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
