High Row Machine vs Superman Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log High Row Machine more often — 4,545 sessions vs 2,116. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of High Row Machine and Superman Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
High Row Machine vs Superman Row: 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 2,116 for Superman Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. High Row Machine and Superman Row 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 Superman Row Differ
| What differs | High Row Machine | Superman Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,545 sessions | 2,116 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 Superman Row
Superman Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lift your chest and head while pulling your arms towards your collarbone.
- 2. Extend your arms forward and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to strain and lift your upper body.
For a full Superman Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Superman Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, High Row Machine or Superman Row?
Planfit users log High Row Machine more often — 4,545 sessions against 2,116 for Superman Row. 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 Superman Row need?
High Row Machine needs a machine, and Superman Row needs bodyweight only.
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