Pec Deck Rear Delt vs Bent Over Lateral Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Pec Deck Rear Delt is the easier place to start — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 3. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Pec Deck Rear Delt and Bent Over Lateral Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Pec Deck Rear Delt vs Bent Over Lateral Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Pec Deck Rear Delt more often — 20,221 sessions compared to 17,552 for Bent Over Lateral Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Pec Deck Rear Delt and Bent Over Lateral Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Pec Deck Rear Delt and Bent Over Lateral Raise Differ
| What differs | Pec Deck Rear Delt | Bent Over Lateral Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 20,221 sessions | 17,552 sessions |
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.
How to Do Bent Over Lateral Raise
Bent Over Lateral Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the dumbbells to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. With your palms facing down, feel the contraction of the rear shoulder muscles.
- 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 Bent Over Lateral Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Bent Over Lateral Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Pec Deck Rear Delt or Bent Over Lateral Raise?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Shoulder, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Pec Deck Rear Delt and Bent Over Lateral Raise need?
Pec Deck Rear Delt needs a machine, and Bent Over Lateral Raise needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Pec Deck Rear Delt is the easier place to start. Move to Bent Over Lateral Raise once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
