Arnold Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Arnold Press more often — 2,745 sessions vs 1,112. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Arnold Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Arnold Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Arnold Press more often — 2,745 sessions compared to 1,112 for Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Arnold Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Arnold Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Differ
| What differs | Arnold Press | Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | rear delts and traps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,745 sessions | 1,112 sessions |
How to Do Arnold Press
Arnold Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell by rotating it so that your palm faces forward.
- 2. Please lift it without bringing the dumbbell to the center.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. This exercise uses the front deltoids more than a typical shoulder press.
- 2. For those with rotator cuff issues, I recommend the Arnold press over the standard shoulder press.
For a full Arnold Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Arnold Press exercise guide.
How to Do Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the equipment to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly lower it back to the starting position.
- 3. However, do not lower the equipment completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the equipment higher than shoulder height.
For a full Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Arnold Press or Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine?
Planfit users log Arnold Press more often — 2,745 sessions against 1,112 for Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Arnold Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. Arnold Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Arnold Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine need?
Arnold Press needs a dumbbell, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Arnold Press once your form holds up.
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