Dumbbell Row vs One Arm Dumbbell Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions vs 8,288. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Row and One Arm Dumbbell Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Dumbbell Row vs One Arm Dumbbell Row: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions compared to 8,288 for Dumbbell Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Row and One Arm Dumbbell Row 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 One Arm Dumbbell Row Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Row | One Arm Dumbbell Row |
|---|---|---|
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,288 sessions | 29,855 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 One Arm Dumbbell Row
One Arm Dumbbell Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull the arm holding the dumbbell.
- 2. Keep your elbow close to your side and pull until your elbow is vertical.
- 3. Slowly lower it until your elbow is fully extended and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please keep your chest up to avoid rounding your back.
For a full One Arm Dumbbell Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Dumbbell Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Dumbbell Row or One Arm Dumbbell Row?
Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions against 8,288 for Dumbbell Row. 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 One Arm Dumbbell Row need?
Dumbbell Row needs a dumbbell, and One Arm Dumbbell Row needs a dumbbell.
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