Plate Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions vs 179. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Plate Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Plate Front Raise vs Cable Shoulder Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions compared to 179 for Cable Shoulder Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Plate Front Raise and Cable 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 Plate Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press Differ
| What differs | Plate Front Raise | Cable Shoulder Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,347 sessions | 179 sessions |
How to Do Plate Front Raise
Plate Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift your arms to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly lower your arms to return to the starting position.
- 3. However, do not lower your arms completely; only lower them until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to raise your hands above shoulder height.
For a full Plate Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Plate Front Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Shoulder Press
Cable Shoulder Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- Push your arms up with both hands.
- Do not fully lock your arms, hold for a moment at the peak,
- then slowly lower them to shoulder height.
Coach's Tips
- Engage your core to prevent excessive arching of the back. Control it slowly without any bouncing.
For a full Cable Shoulder Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Shoulder Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Plate Front Raise or Cable Shoulder Press?
Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions against 179 for Cable Shoulder Press. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Plate Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Plate Front Raise loads front delts, and Cable Shoulder Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Plate Front Raise and Cable Shoulder Press need?
Plate Front Raise needs bodyweight only, and Cable Shoulder Press needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Plate Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Shoulder Press once your form holds up.
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