Reverse Cable Fly vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine is the easier place to start — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 5. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Reverse Cable Fly and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Reverse Cable Fly vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Reverse Cable Fly more often — 1,771 sessions compared to 1,112 for Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Reverse Cable Fly and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Reverse Cable Fly and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Differ
| What differs | Reverse Cable Fly | Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | cable-driven | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,771 sessions | 1,112 sessions |
How to Do Reverse Cable Fly
Reverse Cable Fly Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Pull the grip to bring your arms beside your body.
- 2. 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 Reverse Cable Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Cable Fly exercise guide.
How to Do Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the equipment to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly lower it back to the starting position.
- 3. However, do not lower the equipment completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the equipment higher than shoulder height.
For a full Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Reverse Cable Fly or Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine?
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 Reverse Cable Fly and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine need?
Reverse Cable Fly needs a machine, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Reverse Cable Fly once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
