Band Bent Over Row vs Jumping Pull Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Jumping Pull Up more often — 537 sessions vs 167. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Bent Over Row and Jumping Pull Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Band Bent Over Row vs Jumping Pull Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Jumping Pull Up more often — 537 sessions compared to 167 for Band Bent Over Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Bent Over Row and Jumping Pull Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Band Bent Over Row and Jumping Pull Up Differ
| What differs | Band Bent Over Row | Jumping Pull Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | a pull-up bar |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 167 sessions | 537 sessions |
How to Do Band Bent Over Row
Band Bent Over Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull the band towards your belly button so that it can go up vertically.
- 2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your elbows and hands.
- 3. Using the strength of your back, lower your hands down to below your knees.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to arch your back too much or move it up and down.
- 3. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full Band Bent Over Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Bent Over Row exercise guide.
How to Do Jumping Pull Up
Jumping Pull Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Jump and grab the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- 2. Use the rebound to pull your arms so that your chest touches the bar.
- 3. Pull your arms naturally while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 4. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest open.
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 Jumping Pull Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Jumping Pull Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Band Bent Over Row or Jumping Pull Up?
Planfit users log Jumping Pull Up more often — 537 sessions against 167 for Band Bent Over Row. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Band Bent Over Row and Jumping Pull Up need?
Band Bent Over Row needs a resistance band, and Jumping Pull Up needs a pull-up bar.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Bent Over Row is the easier place to start. Move to Jumping Pull Up once your form holds up.
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