Assisted Pull Up vs Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Assisted Pull Up more often — 22,068 sessions vs 183. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Assisted Pull Up and Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Assisted Pull Up vs Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Assisted Pull Up more often — 22,068 sessions compared to 183 for Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Assisted Pull Up and Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Assisted Pull Up and Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row Differ
| What differs | Assisted Pull Up | Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | pin-loaded | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 22,068 sessions | 183 sessions |
How to Do Assisted Pull Up
Assisted Pull Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull your arms back until your chest touches the bar.
- 2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your arms back.
- 3. With your chest relaxed, slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please rise using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.
For a full Assisted Pull Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Assisted Pull Up exercise guide.
How to Do Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row
Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Bend your elbows and pull the handle towards your body.
- 2. Contract your latissimus dorsi and keep your shoulders from leaning forward.
- 3. Slowly extend your arms and return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Do not choose an excessive weight.
- 2. Keep your back from excessively bending.
- 3. Be careful not to move your shoulders excessively when pulling.
For a full Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Assisted Pull Up or Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row?
Planfit users log Assisted Pull Up more often — 22,068 sessions against 183 for Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Assisted Pull Up and Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row need?
Assisted Pull Up needs a machine, and Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Assisted Pull Up is the easier place to start. Move to Hammer Strength MTS Iso-Lateral High Row once your form holds up.
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