Incline Row vs Twist Superman
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Row more often — 4,037 sessions vs 1,688. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Row and Twist Superman and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Incline Row vs Twist Superman: 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 1,688 for Twist Superman.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Row and Twist Superman 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 Twist Superman Differ
| What differs | Incline Row | Twist Superman |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,037 sessions | 1,688 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 Twist Superman
Twist Superman Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Lift your chest and feet while twisting your body to one side.
- 2. Return to the starting position and exercise the same way on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- Please be careful not to strain and lift your upper body.
For a full Twist Superman guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Twist Superman exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Incline Row or Twist Superman?
Planfit users log Incline Row more often — 4,037 sessions against 1,688 for Twist Superman. 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 Twist Superman need?
Incline Row needs a dumbbell, and Twist Superman needs bodyweight only.
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