Archer Pull Up vs Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown more often — 917 sessions vs 11. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Archer Pull Up and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Archer Pull Up vs Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown more often — 917 sessions compared to 11 for Archer Pull Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Archer Pull Up and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Archer Pull Up and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown Differ
| What differs | Archer Pull Up | Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a pull-up bar | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 11 sessions | 917 sessions |
How to Do Archer Pull Up
Archer Pull Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull the bar towards your chest while applying strength to one bicep to hold, and push the bar with the other side.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest relaxed.
- 3. Please do the same on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please make sure your back does not bend excessively.
- 3. Please be careful not to use momentum.
For a full Archer Pull Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Archer Pull Up exercise guide.
How to Do Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown
Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lower your elbows while facing forward.
- 2. Pull the bar until it touches your collarbone.
- 3. Slowly raise your arms to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to strain your shoulders by fully extending your shoulders and arms.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise up.
For a full Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Archer Pull Up or Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown?
Planfit users log Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown more often — 917 sessions against 11 for Archer Pull Up. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Archer Pull Up and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown need?
Archer Pull Up needs a pull-up bar, and Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Close Grip Cable Lat Pulldown is the easier place to start. Move to Archer Pull Up once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
