Deadlift vs Low Row Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Deadlift more often — 15,439 sessions vs 3,112. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Deadlift and Low Row Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Deadlift vs Low Row Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Deadlift more often — 15,439 sessions compared to 3,112 for Low Row Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Deadlift and Low Row Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Deadlift and Low Row Machine Differ
| What differs | Deadlift | Low Row Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 15,439 sessions | 3,112 sessions |
How to Do Deadlift
Deadlift Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Move your hips back while lifting the barbell forward.
- 2. Push against the floor and apply pressure to the center of your feet.
- 3. When you are fully upright, puff out your chest and contract your entire back.
- 4. Move your hips back again and bend your knees to 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 lower back from rounding.
For a full Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do Low Row Machine
Low Row Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. As you gather your shoulder blades, naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Pull your elbows back until they reach behind your body.
- 3. While maintaining an open chest, slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please keep your chest out to avoid slouching your back.
For a full Low Row Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Low Row Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Deadlift or Low Row Machine?
Planfit users log Deadlift more often — 15,439 sessions against 3,112 for Low Row Machine. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Deadlift and Low Row Machine need?
Deadlift needs a barbell, and Low Row Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Low Row Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Deadlift once your form holds up.
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