Barbell Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Front Raise more often — 1,357 sessions vs 179. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Barbell Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Front Raise more often — 1,357 sessions compared to 179 for Cable Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell 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 Barbell Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Barbell Front Raise | Cable Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,357 sessions | 179 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Front Raise
Barbell 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 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 Barbell Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell 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, Barbell Front Raise or Cable Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Barbell Front Raise more often — 1,357 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 Barbell Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Front Raise loads front delts, and Cable Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Barbell Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press need?
Barbell Front Raise needs a barbell, and Cable Shoulder Press needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Barbell Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Shoulder Press once your form holds up.
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