Back Lat Pulldown vs Assisted Chin Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Back Lat Pulldown more often — 1,569 sessions vs 733. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Back Lat Pulldown and Assisted Chin Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Back Lat Pulldown vs Assisted Chin Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Back Lat Pulldown more often — 1,569 sessions compared to 733 for Assisted Chin Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Back Lat Pulldown and Assisted Chin Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Back Lat Pulldown and Assisted Chin Up Differ
| What differs | Back Lat Pulldown | Assisted Chin Up |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | cable-driven | pin-loaded |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,569 sessions | 733 sessions |
How to Do Back Lat Pulldown
Back Lat Pulldown Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull your arms back naturally while bringing your shoulder blades together.
- 2. Lower your forearms vertically.
- 3. Pull the bar behind your head.
- 4. Slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful as fully extending your shoulders and arms may put strain on your shoulders.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise.
- 3. If you feel discomfort in your shoulders, please adjust the width of your grip on the bar.
For a full Back Lat Pulldown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Back Lat Pulldown exercise guide.
How to Do Assisted Chin Up
Assisted Chin 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. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please go up using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.
For a full Assisted Chin Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Assisted Chin Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Back Lat Pulldown or Assisted Chin Up?
Planfit users log Back Lat Pulldown more often — 1,569 sessions against 733 for Assisted Chin Up. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Back Lat Pulldown and Assisted Chin Up need?
Back Lat Pulldown needs a machine, and Assisted Chin Up needs a machine.
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