Lat Pulldown vs Superman Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lat Pulldown more often — 81,834 sessions vs 2,116. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Lat Pulldown and Superman Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Lat Pulldown vs Superman 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 2,116 for Superman Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Lat Pulldown 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 Lat Pulldown and Superman Row Differ
| What differs | Lat Pulldown | Superman Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 81,834 sessions | 2,116 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 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, Lat Pulldown or Superman Row?
Planfit users log Lat Pulldown more often — 81,834 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 Lat Pulldown and Superman Row need?
Lat Pulldown needs a machine, and Superman Row needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Lat Pulldown is the easier place to start. Move to Superman Row once your form holds up.
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