Dumbbell Row vs Hanging
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Row more often — 8,288 sessions vs 486. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Row and Hanging and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Dumbbell Row vs Hanging: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Row more often — 8,288 sessions compared to 486 for Hanging.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Row and Hanging differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Row and Hanging Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Row | Hanging |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,288 sessions | 486 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Row
Dumbbell Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull the dumbbell sideways so that it can go up vertically.
- 2. While gathering your shoulder blades, 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 Dumbbell Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Row exercise guide.
How to Do Hanging
Hanging Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Grab the bar with both hands and hang.
- 2. Stretch your arms and elongate your upper body.
- 3. Hold for a certain amount of time and breathe.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to strain your wrists and shoulders when hanging.
For a full Hanging guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hanging exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Dumbbell Row or Hanging?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Row more often — 8,288 sessions against 486 for Hanging. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Row and Hanging need?
Dumbbell Row needs a dumbbell, and Hanging needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Row is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging once your form holds up.
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