Behind Neck Press vs Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Behind Neck Press more often — 466 sessions vs 146. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Behind Neck Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Behind Neck Press vs Floor Inverted Shoulder Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Behind Neck Press more often — 466 sessions compared to 146 for Floor Inverted Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Behind Neck Press and Floor Inverted 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 Behind Neck Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Behind Neck Press | Floor Inverted Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts, chest, and triceps |
| Equipment | a barbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 466 sessions | 146 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 Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lower yourself until your head touches the floor.
- 2. Return to the starting position slowly again.
Coach's Tips
- It is a more advanced exercise than a regular push-up. If the movement is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Floor Inverted Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Floor Inverted Shoulder Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Behind Neck Press or Floor Inverted Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Behind Neck Press more often — 466 sessions against 146 for Floor Inverted Shoulder 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 Floor Inverted Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press loads front delts, chest, and triceps.
What equipment do Behind Neck Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press need?
Behind Neck Press needs a barbell, and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press is the easier place to start. Move to Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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