Face Pull vs Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Face Pull more often — 12,306 sessions vs 248. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Face Pull and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Face Pull vs Dumbbell Behind Neck Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Face Pull more often — 12,306 sessions compared to 248 for Dumbbell Behind Neck Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Face Pull and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Face Pull and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Differ
| What differs | Face Pull | Dumbbell Behind Neck Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | rear delts, biceps, and traps | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 12,306 sessions | 248 sessions |
How to Do Face Pull
Face Pull Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please pull the grip up towards your ear.
- 2. When pulling, make sure not to excessively fold your scapula.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you excessively fold your wings, the trapezius muscle will be used instead of the rear shoulder, so please be careful.
For a full Face Pull guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Face Pull exercise guide.
How to Do Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Lift the dumbbell above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Since this exercise can put strain on the shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise if you hear any sounds or feel pain in your shoulders.
For a full Dumbbell Behind Neck Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Behind Neck Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Face Pull or Dumbbell Behind Neck Press?
Planfit users log Face Pull more often — 12,306 sessions against 248 for Dumbbell Behind Neck Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Face Pull and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Face Pull loads rear delts, biceps, and traps, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Face Pull and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press need?
Face Pull needs a machine, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Face Pull is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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