Arnold Press vs Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise
Maximizing Your Shoulder Workout Plan
Contents
Arnold Press works multiple joints at once, Bent Over Lateral Raise isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 3. See which fits your Shoulder day.
Customize Your Shoulder Workout: Explore the Benefits of Arnold Press and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise for Better Comparison.
Planfit Users' Choice about Arnold Press vs Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise : Which is Better?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise more often — 17,552 sessions compared to 2,745 for Arnold Press.
Popularity is not the whole answer. Arnold Press and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise differ in the muscles they load, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Arnold Press and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise Differ
| What differs | Arnold Press | Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | rear delts and traps |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,745 sessions | 17,552 sessions |
How to 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 Comment
- 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.
If you want to know a detailed guide to Arnold Press, alternative exercises, and its benefits, check it out here. Check out the Arnold Press Guide page of our blog!
How to Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise
Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise muscles worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the dumbbells to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. With your palms facing down, feel the contraction of the rear shoulder muscles.
- 3. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the dumbbells completely; only lower them until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Comment
- Please be careful not to lift the dumbbells higher than shoulder height.
If you want to know a detailed guide to Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise, alternative exercises, and its benefits, check it out here. Check out the Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise Guide page of our blog!
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Arnold Press or Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise more often — 17,552 sessions against 2,745 for Arnold Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Arnold Press and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Arnold Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Arnold Press and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise need?
Arnold Press needs a dumbbell, and Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Arnold Press is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Bent Over Lateral Raise once your form holds up.
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