Band Front Raise vs Plate Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions vs 465. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Front Raise and Plate Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Band Front Raise vs Plate Front Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions compared to 465 for Band Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Front Raise and Plate 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 Band Front Raise and Plate Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Band Front Raise | Plate Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 465 sessions | 2,347 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 Plate Front Raise
Plate Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift 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 above shoulder height.
For a full Plate Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Plate Front Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Band Front Raise or Plate Front Raise?
Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions against 465 for Band Front Raise. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Band Front Raise and Plate Front Raise need?
Band Front Raise needs a resistance band, and Plate Front Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Plate Front Raise once your form holds up.
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