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Shoulders · Weighted
Plate Car Driver
Plate Car Driver is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the delts (shoulders), with the forearms and core assisting. It needs a weighted. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.
- Target
- Delts
- Body part
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Front Shoulders
Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Core
How to do Plate Car Driver
- Stand holding a weight plate at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions, arms extended at shoulder height.
- Turn the plate to one side as if steering a car.
- Return to the centre and turn it to the other side.
- Keep alternating while your arms stay at shoulder height.
Form tips
- Keep your arms straight and level.
- Keep your torso still.
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Plate Car Driver FAQ
What muscles does Plate Car Driver work?
Plate Car Driver mainly works the delts in the shoulders. The forearms and core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Car Driver?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate Car Driver should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Plate Car Driver good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler shoulders exercises.
How many calories does Plate Car Driver burn?
About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Plate Car Driver?
Other exercises for the delts include Resistance Band Standing External Rotation, Band Incline T Raise, Seated Dumbbell Neutral Grip Side Raises and Dumbbell Front Raise.
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