Band Row vs Jumping Pull Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Band Row is the easier place to start — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 5. Compare Back form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Band Row and Jumping Pull Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Band Row vs Jumping Pull Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Band Row more often — 948 sessions compared to 537 for Jumping Pull Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band 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 Row and Jumping Pull Up Differ
| What differs | Band Row | Jumping Pull Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | a pull-up bar |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 948 sessions | 537 sessions |
How to Do Band Row
Band Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull the band sideways so 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 overly straighten your back or move it up and down.
- 3. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full Band Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band 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 Row or Jumping Pull Up?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Back, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Band Row and Jumping Pull Up need?
Band Row needs a resistance band, and Jumping Pull Up needs a pull-up bar.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Row is the easier place to start. Move to Jumping Pull Up once your form holds up.
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