Dumbbell Deadlift vs Prone W Raise
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions vs 518. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Deadlift and Prone W Raise and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Dumbbell Deadlift vs Prone W Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions compared to 518 for Prone W Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Deadlift and Prone W Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Deadlift and Prone W Raise Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Deadlift | Prone W Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,230 sessions | 518 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Deadlift
Dumbbell Deadlift Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. First, push your hips back while naturally bending your knees to go down.
- 2. When coming up, straighten your knees first while keeping your weight centered on the soles of your feet, and then bring your hips forward.
- 3. When you are fully upright, open your chest and contract your entire back.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your lower back from rounding.
For a full Dumbbell Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do Prone W Raise
Prone W Raise Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Fold your shoulder blades and lift your arms.
- 2. Slowly lower your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to let the back of your neck or the tops of your shoulders rise up.
- 2. Keep your shoulders away from your ears and exercise with the feeling of pulling your shoulder blades downward to use your back muscles more precisely.
For a full Prone W Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Prone W Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Dumbbell Deadlift or Prone W Raise?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions against 518 for Prone W Raise. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Deadlift and Prone W Raise need?
Dumbbell Deadlift needs a dumbbell, and Prone W Raise needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to Prone W Raise once your form holds up.
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