Arnold Press vs Cable Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Arnold Press works multiple joints at once, Cable Front Raise isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 2. See which fits your Shoulder day.
Compare the benefits of Arnold Press and Cable Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Arnold Press vs Cable Front Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Front Raise more often — 3,187 sessions compared to 2,745 for Arnold Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Arnold Press and Cable Front Raise 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 Cable Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Arnold Press | Cable Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,745 sessions | 3,187 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 Cable Front Raise
Cable Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly raise your arms to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly lower your arms to return to the starting position.
- 3. However, do not lower your arms completely; only lower them until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to raise your hands higher than shoulder level.
For a full Cable Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Front Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Arnold Press or Cable Front Raise?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Shoulder, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Arnold Press and Cable Front Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Arnold Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Cable Front Raise loads front delts.
What equipment do Arnold Press and Cable Front Raise need?
Arnold Press needs a dumbbell, and Cable Front Raise needs a machine.
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