Band Front Raise vs Behind Neck Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Band Front Raise is the easier place to start — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 5. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Band Front Raise and Behind Neck Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Band Front Raise vs Behind Neck Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Behind Neck Press more often — 466 sessions compared to 465 for Band Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Front Raise and Behind Neck Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Band Front Raise and Behind Neck Press Differ
| What differs | Band Front Raise | Behind Neck Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a resistance band | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 465 sessions | 466 sessions |
How to Do Band Front Raise
Band Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift your arms to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Make sure your palms are facing down towards the floor.
- 3. Slowly lower your arms back to the starting position.
- 4. 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 Band Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Front Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Behind Neck Press
Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Since this exercise can put strain on the shoulders, if you hear sounds or feel pain in your shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Behind Neck Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Behind Neck Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Band Front Raise or Behind Neck Press?
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 Band Front Raise and Behind Neck Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Band Front Raise loads front delts, and Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Band Front Raise and Behind Neck Press need?
Band Front Raise needs a resistance band, and Behind Neck Press needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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