Shoulder Press Machine vs Pec Deck Rear Delt
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Shoulder Press Machine works multiple joints at once, Pec Deck Rear Delt isolates — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 1. See which fits your Shoulder day.
Compare the benefits of Shoulder Press Machine and Pec Deck Rear Delt and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Shoulder Press Machine vs Pec Deck Rear Delt: 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 21,221 for Pec Deck Rear Delt.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Shoulder Press Machine and Pec Deck Rear Delt 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 Pec Deck Rear Delt Differ
| What differs | Shoulder Press Machine | Pec Deck Rear Delt |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | rear delts and traps |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 35,656 sessions | 21,221 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 Pec Deck Rear Delt
Pec Deck Rear Delt Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Pull the equipment while keeping your arms straight.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you excessively fold your shoulder blades, the trapezius muscles will be used instead of the rear shoulders, so please be careful.
For a full Pec Deck Rear Delt guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pec Deck Rear Delt exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Shoulder Press Machine or Pec Deck Rear Delt?
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.
Do Shoulder Press Machine and Pec Deck Rear Delt work the same muscles?
Not quite. Shoulder Press Machine loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Pec Deck Rear Delt loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Shoulder Press Machine and Pec Deck Rear Delt need?
Shoulder Press Machine needs a machine, and Pec Deck Rear Delt needs a machine.
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