Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions vs 146. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Dumbbell Shoulder Press vs Floor Inverted Shoulder Press: 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 146 for Floor Inverted Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Floor Inverted 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 Shoulder Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Shoulder Press | Floor Inverted Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts, chest, and triceps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 42,733 sessions | 146 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 Floor Inverted Shoulder Press
Floor Inverted Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lower yourself until your head touches the floor.
- 2. Return to the starting position slowly again.
Coach's Tips
- It is a more advanced exercise than a regular push-up. If the movement is difficult, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Floor Inverted Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Floor Inverted Shoulder Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Dumbbell Shoulder Press or Floor Inverted Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Shoulder Press more often — 42,733 sessions against 146 for Floor Inverted Shoulder Press. 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 Floor Inverted Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press loads front delts, chest, and triceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Shoulder Press and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press need?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press needs a dumbbell, and Floor Inverted Shoulder Press needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press is the easier place to start. Move to Floor Inverted Shoulder Press once your form holds up.
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