Lat Pulldown vs Hammer Strength Seated Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lat Pulldown more often — 81,834 sessions vs 826. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Lat Pulldown and Hammer Strength Seated Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Lat Pulldown vs Hammer Strength Seated Row: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Lat Pulldown more often — 81,834 sessions compared to 826 for Hammer Strength Seated Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Lat Pulldown and Hammer Strength Seated Row differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Lat Pulldown and Hammer Strength Seated Row Differ
| What differs | Lat Pulldown | Hammer Strength Seated Row |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | cable-driven | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 81,834 sessions | 826 sessions |
How to Do Lat Pulldown
Lat Pulldown Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Gather your shoulder blades and naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Lower your forearms vertically.
- 3. Pull until the bar touches your collarbone.
- 4. Slowly raise your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to strain your shoulders by fully extending your shoulders and arms.
- 2. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise.
For a full Lat Pulldown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lat Pulldown exercise guide.
How to Do Hammer Strength Seated Row
Hammer Strength Seated Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Sit on the machine and grab the handle.
- 2. Pull your elbows back and draw the handle towards your body.
- 3. Slowly return the handle 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 rounding your back.
For a full Hammer Strength Seated Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hammer Strength Seated Row exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Lat Pulldown or Hammer Strength Seated Row?
Planfit users log Lat Pulldown more often — 81,834 sessions against 826 for Hammer Strength Seated Row. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Lat Pulldown and Hammer Strength Seated Row need?
Lat Pulldown needs a machine, and Hammer Strength Seated Row needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Lat Pulldown is the easier place to start. Move to Hammer Strength Seated Row once your form holds up.
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