When performing upper body exercises, remember to play it safe with your shoulders by adding a simple rotation to front raises. This will reduce any undue stress on your neck and shoulders while still allowing you to reap all the benefits.

1 Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Hold a dumbbell in each hand and begin with your arms down, palms facing your thighs. Inhale, lift your chest and pull your abdominals in to support your spine.

2 On an exhale, rotate your arms and raise them directly in front of your shoulders with palms turned up at shoulder height. Pause for 2 seconds. Lower your arms, turning your palms down to face your thighs. Repeat 10 to 12 times, rest 15 seconds and then repeat for two additional sets.

This article originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times in the "Good Form" feature of the Health Section. "Good Form" is updated with a new Karen Voight article each Monday.