Behind Neck Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine more often — 1,112 sessions vs 466. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Behind Neck Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine more often — 1,112 sessions compared to 466 for Behind Neck Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Differ
| What differs | Behind Neck Press | Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | rear delts and traps |
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 466 sessions | 1,112 sessions |
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.
How to Do Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the equipment to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly lower it back to the starting position.
- 3. However, do not lower the equipment completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the equipment higher than shoulder height.
For a full Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Behind Neck Press or Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine?
Planfit users log Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine more often — 1,112 sessions against 466 for Behind Neck Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine need?
Behind Neck Press needs a barbell, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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