Dumbbell Lateral Raise vs One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Lateral Raise more often — 54,896 sessions vs 417. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Lateral Raise and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Lateral Raise vs One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Lateral Raise more often — 54,896 sessions compared to 417 for One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Lateral Raise and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder 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 Lateral Raise and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Lateral Raise | One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | side delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 54,896 sessions | 417 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Dumbbell Lateral Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lift the dumbbell to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Make sure the palms of your hands are facing down towards the floor.
- 3. Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the dumbbell completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lift the dumbbells higher than shoulder height.
- 2. If your palms are facing behind your body, it may cause shoulder pain, so please keep them facing the floor or in front of your body.
For a full Dumbbell Lateral Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Lateral Raise exercise guide.
How to Do One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press
One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbells vertically.
- 2. Please lift them without bringing the dumbbells together, just as they are.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you have pain or sound in your shoulder, please position your elbow in front of your body instead of beside it.
For a full One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Lateral Raise or One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Lateral Raise more often — 54,896 sessions against 417 for One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Lateral Raise and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Lateral Raise loads side delts, and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Lateral Raise and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press need?
Dumbbell Lateral Raise needs a dumbbell, and One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Lateral Raise is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Dumbbell Shoulder Press once your form holds up.
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