Dumbbell Front Raise vs Arnold Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Arnold Press works multiple joints at once, Dumbbell Front Raise isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 2. See which fits your Shoulder day.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Front Raise and Arnold Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Front Raise vs Arnold Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions compared to 2,745 for Arnold Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Front Raise and Arnold Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Front Raise and Arnold Press Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Front Raise | Arnold Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,124 sessions | 2,745 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Front Raise
Dumbbell Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. With your elbows slightly bent, slowly lift the dumbbells to shoulder height.
- 2. Make sure your palms are facing down towards the floor.
- 3. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the dumbbells completely; only lower them until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the dumbbells higher than shoulder height.
For a full Dumbbell Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Front Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Arnold Press
Arnold Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell by rotating it so that your palm faces forward.
- 2. Please lift it without bringing the dumbbell to the center.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. This exercise uses the front deltoids more than a typical shoulder press.
- 2. For those with rotator cuff issues, I recommend the Arnold press over the standard shoulder press.
For a full Arnold Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Arnold Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Front Raise or Arnold Press?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions against 2,745 for Arnold Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Front Raise and Arnold Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Front Raise loads front delts, and Arnold Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Front Raise and Arnold Press need?
Dumbbell Front Raise needs a dumbbell, and Arnold Press needs a dumbbell.
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