Barbell Front Raise vs Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Front Raise more often — 1,357 sessions vs 248. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Front Raise and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Barbell Front Raise vs Dumbbell Behind Neck 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 248 for Dumbbell Behind Neck Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Front Raise and Dumbbell 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 Barbell Front Raise and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Differ
| What differs | Barbell Front Raise | Dumbbell Behind Neck Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a barbell | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,357 sessions | 248 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 Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Lift the dumbbell above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Since this exercise can put strain on the shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise if you hear any sounds or feel pain in your shoulders.
For a full Dumbbell Behind Neck Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Behind Neck Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Barbell Front Raise or Dumbbell Behind Neck Press?
Planfit users log Barbell Front Raise more often — 1,357 sessions against 248 for Dumbbell Behind Neck 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 Dumbbell Behind Neck Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Front Raise loads front delts, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Barbell Front Raise and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press need?
Barbell Front Raise needs a barbell, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Barbell Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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