Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs Dumbbell Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Dumbbell Shoulder Press works multiple joints at once, Dumbbell Front Raise isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 2. See which fits your Shoulder day.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs Dumbbell Front Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions compared to 16,124 for Dumbbell Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Dumbbell 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 Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Shoulder Press | Dumbbell Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 42,733 sessions | 16,124 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Shoulder Press
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
- 1. If you feel pain in your shoulder or hear a 'clicking' sound, position your elbows in front of your body instead of at your sides.
- 2. If the pain continues, lower the dumbbell weight by about 20% or try substituting with a different shoulder exercise.
For a full Dumbbell Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Shoulder Press exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Shoulder Press or Dumbbell Front Raise?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions against 16,124 for Dumbbell Front Raise. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Front Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Dumbbell Front Raise loads front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Front Raise need?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press needs a dumbbell, and Dumbbell Front Raise needs a dumbbell.
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