High Row Machine vs Kettlebell Deadlift
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log High Row Machine more often — 4,545 sessions vs 627. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of High Row Machine and Kettlebell Deadlift and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
High Row Machine vs Kettlebell Deadlift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log High Row Machine more often — 4,545 sessions compared to 627 for Kettlebell Deadlift.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. High Row Machine and Kettlebell Deadlift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How High Row Machine and Kettlebell Deadlift Differ
| What differs | High Row Machine | Kettlebell Deadlift |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,545 sessions | 627 sessions |
How to Do High Row Machine
High Row Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. As you gather your shoulder blades, naturally pull your arms back.
- 2. Pull your elbows towards your sides.
- 3. While keeping your back straight, fully extend your elbows 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 open to avoid bending your waist.
For a full High Row Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the High Row Machine exercise guide.
How to Do Kettlebell Deadlift
Kettlebell 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 on the center of your feet and bring your hips forward.
- 3. When you are fully upright, puff out 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 Kettlebell Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kettlebell Deadlift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, High Row Machine or Kettlebell Deadlift?
Planfit users log High Row Machine more often — 4,545 sessions against 627 for Kettlebell Deadlift. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do High Row Machine and Kettlebell Deadlift need?
High Row Machine needs a machine, and Kettlebell Deadlift needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Kettlebell Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to High Row Machine once your form holds up.
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