Shoulder Press Machine vs EZ-Bar Front Raise
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
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Planfit users log Shoulder Press Machine more often — 35,656 sessions vs 976. Compare Shoulder form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Shoulder Press Machine and EZ-Bar Front Raise and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Shoulder Press Machine vs EZ-Bar Front Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Shoulder Press Machine more often — 35,656 sessions compared to 976 for EZ-Bar Front Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Shoulder Press Machine and EZ-Bar Front Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Shoulder Press Machine and EZ-Bar Front Raise Differ
| What differs | Shoulder Press Machine | EZ-Bar Front Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | front delts |
| Equipment | a machine | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 35,656 sessions | 976 sessions |
How to Do Shoulder Press Machine
Shoulder Press Machine Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the weight vertically.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you feel pain in your shoulder or hear a sound, change your grip so that your elbows are positioned in front of your body.
- 2. If the pain continues despite this, lower the weight or stop the exercise.
- 3. Brace your abs and keep your torso stable so that your lower back does not arch.
For a full Shoulder Press Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Shoulder Press Machine exercise guide.
How to Do EZ-Bar Front Raise
EZ-Bar Front Raise Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please slowly lift the barbell to shoulder height while keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 2. Make sure the palms of your hands are facing down towards the floor.
- 3. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 4. However, do not lower the barbell completely; only lower it until your shoulders are relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to lift the barbell higher than shoulder height.
For a full EZ-Bar Front Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Front Raise exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Shoulder Press Machine or EZ-Bar Front Raise?
Planfit users log Shoulder Press Machine more often — 35,656 sessions against 976 for EZ-Bar Front Raise. Both train Shoulder, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Shoulder Press Machine and EZ-Bar Front Raise work the same muscles?
Not quite. Shoulder Press Machine loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and EZ-Bar Front Raise loads front delts.
What equipment do Shoulder Press Machine and EZ-Bar Front Raise need?
Shoulder Press Machine needs a machine, and EZ-Bar Front Raise needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Shoulder Press Machine is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Front Raise once your form holds up.
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