Dumbbell Front Raise vs Pec Deck Rear Delt
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Pec Deck Rear Delt is the easier place to start — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 2. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Front Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Front Raise vs Pec Deck Rear Delt: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Pec Deck Rear Delt more often — 21,221 sessions compared to 16,124 for Dumbbell Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Front Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt 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 Pec Deck Rear Delt Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Front Raise | Pec Deck Rear Delt |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | rear delts and traps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,124 sessions | 21,221 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 Pec Deck Rear Delt
Pec Deck Rear Delt Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Pull the equipment while keeping your arms straight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you excessively fold your shoulder blades, the trapezius muscles will be used instead of the rear shoulders, so please be careful.
For a full Pec Deck Rear Delt guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pec Deck Rear Delt exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Front Raise or Pec Deck Rear Delt?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Shoulder, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Front Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Front Raise loads front delts, and Pec Deck Rear Delt loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Front Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt need?
Dumbbell Front Raise needs a dumbbell, and Pec Deck Rear Delt needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Pec Deck Rear Delt is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Front Raise once your form holds up.
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