Band Row vs Kettlebell Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Band Row more often — 948 sessions vs 127. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Row and Kettlebell Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Band Row vs Kettlebell Row: 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 127 for Kettlebell Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Row and Kettlebell Row 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 Kettlebell Row Differ
| What differs | Band Row | Kettlebell Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 948 sessions | 127 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 Kettlebell Row
Kettlebell Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please hold the kettlebell with both hands while leaning your upper body forward.
- 2. Squeeze your shoulder blades together and pull your elbows back to lift the kettlebell.
- 3. Raise it until your elbows are vertical, then slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full Kettlebell Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kettlebell Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Band Row or Kettlebell Row?
Planfit users log Band Row more often — 948 sessions against 127 for Kettlebell 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 Row and Kettlebell Row need?
Band Row needs a resistance band, and Kettlebell Row needs a kettlebell.
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