Bodybuilding legend Jay Cutler’s shoulders were always a physique strongpoint. On Feb. 4, 2026, he broke down how to master the barbell front raise for maximum mass and 3D shoulders.
During his prime, Jay Cutler established himself as a four-time Mr. Olympia champion. In that time, he faced off against legendary greats of the Open class, from Ronnie Coleman and Kevin Levrone to Dexter Jackson. While he still keeps an eye on the division he ruled in the 2000s, his attention has shifted to longevity.
Cutler maintains a strict workout schedule. He trains seven days a week, labeling the gym his sanctuary. To keep himself healthy and injury-free, he’s dropped the weight during sessions and focuses more on time-under-tension and safer practices.
The barbell front raise can be an effective movement for growing bigger delts, though some individuals with shoulder pain find it uncomfortable. With that in mind, Cutler explored how to perform them to better stack progress.
Jay Cutler Shares How To Master the Barbell Front Raise for Better Delts
In the video, Cutler explained his approach to the barbell front raise.
“This is how you overload the front delts for maximum mass and 3D shoulders.”
A few key tips make a significant difference, which were summed up below:
- Palms Even With Floor
- Slight Bend in Arms
- Shoulder-Width Grip
- Proper Foot Placement
“Front raises with an Olympic bar. What I try to do on this exercise I’m focusing on my front delts with this. And yes, there’s a little body momentum, you raise to basically palms even with the floor. Keep a little bend at the arms, shoulder-width grip, slight bend, get a good foot placement.”
“Up and get that squeeze, get that burn,” said Jay Cutler.
Cutler never shies away from talking about his health and wellness. He recently broke down why he has prioritized athleticism over muscle building. He believes this strategy will ensure he continues to age gracefully.
“As many of you know, I’m not really working on the size game as much anymore. Just keeping the tone, keep the muscles active, flexibility is important for me. So I just want to make sure that I’m sticking to a routine that allows me not to be drastically sore the next day,” shared Cutler.
Cutler, even in retirement, remains dedicated to his consistent workout regimen. He believes the barbell front raise is a highly effective option for targeting the front delts.
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