Low Row Machine vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Low Row Machine more often — 3,102 sessions vs 152. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Low Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Low Row Machine vs One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Low Row Machine more often — 3,102 sessions compared to 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Low Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Low Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Low Row Machine | One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,102 sessions | 152 sessions |
How to Do Low Row Machine
Low Row Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. As you gather your shoulder blades, naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Pull your elbows back until they reach behind your body.
- 3. While maintaining an open chest, slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please keep your chest out to avoid slouching your back.
For a full Low Row Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Low Row Machine exercise guide.
How to Do One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine
One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pass your elbows by your body and pull the handle towards your chest.
- 2. Feel the contraction of your latissimus dorsi and control it slowly.
- 3. Extend your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Be careful not to excessively arch your back.
- 2. Do not use excessive weight; proceed slowly and with control.
For a full One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Low Row Machine or One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Low Row Machine more often — 3,102 sessions against 152 for One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Low Row Machine and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Low Row Machine needs a machine, and One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Low Row Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Wide Pulldown Machine once your form holds up.
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