Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs EZ-Bar Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions vs 976. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Shoulder Press and EZ-Bar Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs EZ-Bar 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 976 for EZ-Bar Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Shoulder Press and EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Shoulder Press | EZ-Bar Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 42,733 sessions | 976 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 EZ-Bar Front Raise
EZ-Bar Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lift the barbell 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 barbell back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the barbell completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the barbell higher than shoulder height.
For a full EZ-Bar Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Front Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Shoulder Press or EZ-Bar Front Raise?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions against 976 for EZ-Bar 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 EZ-Bar Front Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and EZ-Bar Front Raise loads front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Shoulder Press and EZ-Bar Front Raise need?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press needs a dumbbell, and EZ-Bar Front Raise needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Front Raise once your form holds up.
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