Smith Machine Behind Neck Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
- • Smith Machine Behind Neck Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
- • How Smith Machine Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Differ
- • Related comparisons
- • Frequently Asked Questions
- • How to Do Smith Machine Behind Neck Press
- - Smith Machine Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked
- - Smith Machine Behind Neck Press Form
- - Coach's Tips
- • How to Do Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine
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 Smith Machine Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Smith Machine Behind Neck Press vs Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Smith Machine Behind Neck Press more often — 1,214 sessions compared to 1,112 for Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Smith Machine Behind Neck Press 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 Smith Machine Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine Differ
| What differs | Smith Machine Behind Neck Press | Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, side delts, and triceps | rear delts and traps |
| Machine type | Smith-machine | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,214 sessions | 1,112 sessions |
How to Do Smith Machine Behind Neck Press
Smith Machine Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- It's an exercise that can strain your shoulders, so if you hear sounds or feel pain in your shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise.
For a full Smith Machine Behind Neck Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Smith Machine Behind Neck Press 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, Smith Machine Behind Neck Press 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.
Do Smith Machine Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. Smith Machine Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps, and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine loads rear delts and traps.
What equipment do Smith Machine Behind Neck Press and Bent Over Lateral Raise Machine need?
Smith Machine Behind Neck Press 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 Smith Machine Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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