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Shoulders · Weighted
Seated Plate Bus Drivers
Seated Plate Bus Drivers is a beginner 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 4.3 calories per minute.
- Target
- Delts
- Body part
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 4.3 kcal
Primary muscles
- Front Shoulders
Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Core
How to do Seated Plate Bus Drivers
- Sit tall holding a weight plate at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions, arms extended at shoulder height.
- Turn the plate to one side like a steering wheel.
- Return to the centre and turn it to the other side.
- Keep alternating with your arms at shoulder height.
Form tips
- Keep your arms straight.
- Sit tall without leaning back.
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Seated Plate Bus Drivers FAQ
What muscles does Seated Plate Bus Drivers work?
Seated Plate Bus Drivers mainly works the delts in the shoulders. The forearms and core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Seated Plate Bus Drivers?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Seated Plate Bus Drivers 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 Seated Plate Bus Drivers good for beginners?
Yes. Seated Plate Bus Drivers is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the delts.
How many calories does Seated Plate Bus Drivers burn?
About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Seated Plate Bus Drivers?
Other exercises for the delts include Dumbbell Seated Front Raise, Dumbbell Seated Lateral Raise, Band Seated Lateral Raise and Cable Seated Rear Lateral Raise.
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