Plate Raise (Front)

Stand tall, feet shoulder-width.

Hold weight plate with both hands (e.g., at 3 & 9 o'clock).

Arms extended down in front, slight elbow bend.

Keep torso stationary, core engaged.

Raise plate forward/upward, keeping arms straight.

Lift until arms parallel to floor or slightly above.

Pause briefly.

Slowly lower plate back to start.

Repeat.