Dumbbell Lateral Raise vs Pec Deck Rear Delt
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Lateral Raise more often — 54,896 sessions vs 21,221. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Lateral Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Lateral Raise vs Pec Deck Rear Delt: 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 21,221 for Pec Deck Rear Delt.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Lateral 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 Lateral Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Lateral Raise | Pec Deck Rear Delt |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | side delts | rear delts and traps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 54,896 sessions | 21,221 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 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 Lateral Raise or Pec Deck Rear Delt?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Lateral Raise more often — 54,896 sessions against 21,221 for Pec Deck Rear Delt. 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 Pec Deck Rear Delt work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Lateral Raise loads side delts, and Pec Deck Rear Delt loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Lateral Raise and Pec Deck Rear Delt need?
Dumbbell Lateral 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 Lateral Raise once your form holds up.
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