Dumbbell Front Raise vs Reverse Cable Fly
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions vs 1,771. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Front Raise and Reverse Cable Fly and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Front Raise vs Reverse Cable Fly: 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 1,771 for Reverse Cable Fly.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Front Raise and Reverse Cable Fly 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 Reverse Cable Fly Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Front Raise | Reverse Cable Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | rear delts and traps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,124 sessions | 1,771 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 Reverse Cable Fly
Reverse Cable Fly Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Pull the grip to bring your arms beside your body.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you excessively fold your wings, the trapezius muscle will be used instead of the rear shoulder, so please be careful.
For a full Reverse Cable Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Cable Fly exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Front Raise or Reverse Cable Fly?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Front Raise more often — 16,124 sessions against 1,771 for Reverse Cable Fly. 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 Reverse Cable Fly work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Front Raise loads front delts, and Reverse Cable Fly loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Front Raise and Reverse Cable Fly need?
Dumbbell Front Raise needs a dumbbell, and Reverse Cable Fly needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Reverse Cable Fly once your form holds up.
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