Dumbbell Deadlift vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Dumbbell Deadlift vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions compared to 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Deadlift | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,230 sessions | 152 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Deadlift
Dumbbell Deadlift Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. First, push your hips back while naturally bending your knees to go down.
- 2. When coming up, straighten your knees first while keeping your weight centered on the soles of your feet, and then bring your hips forward.
- 3. When you are fully upright, open your chest and contract your entire back.
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 Dumbbell Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pass your elbows by your body and pull the handle towards your chest.
- 2. Feel the contraction of your latissimus dorsi and control it slowly.
- 3. Extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to excessively arch your back.
- 2. Do not use excessive weight; proceed slowly and with control.
For a full One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Dumbbell Deadlift or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Deadlift more often — 4,230 sessions against 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Deadlift and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Dumbbell Deadlift needs a dumbbell, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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