Band Bent Over Row vs Rack Pull
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Rack Pull more often — 766 sessions vs 167. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Bent Over Row and Rack Pull and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Band Bent Over Row vs Rack Pull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Rack Pull more often — 766 sessions compared to 167 for Band Bent Over Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Bent Over Row and Rack Pull 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 Rack Pull Differ
| What differs | Band Bent Over Row | Rack Pull |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 167 sessions | 766 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 Rack Pull
Rack Pull Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull the barbell towards your belly button so that it can go up vertically.
- 2. While gathering your shoulder blades, naturally pull your elbows and hands.
- 3. While supporting the weight with your back strength, slowly lower the barbell onto the rack.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overly straighten your back or move it up and down.
- 3. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full Rack Pull guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Rack Pull exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Band Bent Over Row or Rack Pull?
Planfit users log Rack Pull more often — 766 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 Rack Pull need?
Band Bent Over Row needs a resistance band, and Rack Pull needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Bent Over Row is the easier place to start. Move to Rack Pull once your form holds up.
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