Plate Front Raise vs Dumbbell Upright Row
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions vs 663. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Plate Front Raise and Dumbbell Upright Row and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Plate Front Raise vs Dumbbell Upright Row: 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 663 for Dumbbell Upright Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Plate Front Raise and Dumbbell Upright Row 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 Dumbbell Upright Row Differ
| What differs | Plate Front Raise | Dumbbell Upright Row |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts | side delts and traps |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,347 sessions | 663 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 Dumbbell Upright Row
Dumbbell Upright Row Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Lift the dumbbell to shoulder height while keeping it close to your body.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- It's an exercise that can strain the shoulders, so if you hear sounds or feel pain in your shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Dumbbell Upright Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Upright Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Plate Front Raise or Dumbbell Upright Row?
Planfit users log Plate Front Raise more often — 2,347 sessions against 663 for Dumbbell Upright Row. 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 Dumbbell Upright Row work the same muscles?
Not quite. Plate Front Raise loads front delts, and Dumbbell Upright Row loads side delts and traps.
What equipment do Plate Front Raise and Dumbbell Upright Row need?
Plate Front Raise needs bodyweight only, and Dumbbell Upright Row needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Plate Front Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Upright Row once your form holds up.
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