Dumbbell Front Raise vs Barbell Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions vs 1,357. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Front Raise and Barbell Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Front Raise vs Barbell Front Raise: 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 1,357 for Barbell Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Front Raise and Barbell Front 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 Front Raise and Barbell Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Front Raise | Barbell Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,124 sessions | 1,357 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Front Raise or Barbell Front Raise?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions against 1,357 for Barbell Front Raise. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Front Raise and Barbell Front Raise need?
Dumbbell Front Raise needs a dumbbell, and Barbell Front Raise needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Front Raise once your form holds up.
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