Lateral Raise Machine vs Reverse Cable Fly
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lateral Raise Machine more often — 5,383 sessions vs 1,771. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Lateral Raise Machine and Reverse Cable Fly and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Lateral Raise Machine vs Reverse Cable Fly: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Lateral Raise Machine more often — 5,383 sessions compared to 1,771 for Reverse Cable Fly.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Lateral Raise Machine and Reverse Cable Fly differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Lateral Raise Machine and Reverse Cable Fly Differ
| What differs | Lateral Raise Machine | Reverse Cable Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | side delts | rear delts and traps |
| Machine type | pin-loaded | cable-driven |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 5,383 sessions | 1,771 sessions |
How to Do Lateral Raise Machine
Lateral Raise Machine Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Slowly lift the equipment to shoulder height while keeping your elbows 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 Lateral Raise Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lateral Raise Machine exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Lateral Raise Machine or Reverse Cable Fly?
Planfit users log Lateral Raise Machine more often — 5,383 sessions against 1,771 for Reverse Cable Fly. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Lateral Raise Machine and Reverse Cable Fly work the same muscles?
Not quite. Lateral Raise Machine loads side delts, and Reverse Cable Fly loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Lateral Raise Machine and Reverse Cable Fly need?
Lateral Raise Machine needs a machine, and Reverse Cable Fly needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Lateral Raise Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Reverse Cable Fly once your form holds up.
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