Arnold Press vs EZ-Bar Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Arnold Press more often — 2,745 sessions vs 976. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Arnold Press and EZ-Bar Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Arnold Press vs EZ-Bar Front Raise: 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 976 for EZ-Bar Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Arnold Press and EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Arnold Press | EZ-Bar Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,745 sessions | 976 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 EZ-Bar Front Raise
EZ-Bar Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lift the barbell to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Make sure the palms of your hands are facing down towards the floor.
- 3. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the barbell completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the barbell higher than shoulder height.
For a full EZ-Bar Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Front Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Arnold Press or EZ-Bar Front Raise?
Planfit users log Arnold Press more often — 2,745 sessions against 976 for EZ-Bar Front Raise. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Arnold Press and EZ-Bar Front Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Arnold Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and EZ-Bar Front Raise loads front delts.
What equipment do Arnold Press and EZ-Bar Front Raise need?
Arnold Press needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Front Raise needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Arnold Press is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Front Raise once your form holds up.
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