Incline Row vs Hanging
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Row more often — 4,037 sessions vs 486. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Row and Hanging and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Incline Row vs Hanging: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Row more often — 4,037 sessions compared to 486 for Hanging.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline 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 Incline Row and Hanging Differ
| What differs | Incline Row | Hanging |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,037 sessions | 486 sessions |
How to Do Incline Row
Incline Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull until your elbow forms a right angle.
- 2. Move your forearm vertically while fully extending your elbow to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to let your arms swing forward or backward.
- 2. Focus on pulling with the muscles on the sides of your back so that your shoulders do not shrug upward.
- 3. When lowering, resist the weight of the dumbbells and lower them slowly so that your arms do not drop.
For a full Incline Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline 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, Incline Row or Hanging?
Planfit users log Incline Row more often — 4,037 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 Incline Row and Hanging need?
Incline Row needs a dumbbell, and Hanging needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Row is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging once your form holds up.
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