Band Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Band Front Raise more often — 465 sessions vs 179. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Band Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Band Front Raise more often — 465 sessions compared to 179 for Cable Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Front Raise and Cable Shoulder 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 Cable Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Band Front Raise | Cable Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a resistance band | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 465 sessions | 179 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 Cable Shoulder Press
Cable Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- Push your arms up with both hands.
- Do not fully lock your arms, hold for a moment at the peak,
- then slowly lower them to shoulder height.
Coach's Tips
- Engage your core to prevent excessive arching of the back. Control it slowly without any bouncing.
For a full Cable Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Shoulder Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Band Front Raise or Cable Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Band Front Raise more often — 465 sessions against 179 for Cable Shoulder Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Band Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Band Front Raise loads front delts, and Cable Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Band Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press need?
Band Front Raise needs a resistance band, and Cable Shoulder Press needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Shoulder Press once your form holds up.
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