Low Row Machine vs Wide Pulldown Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Wide Pulldown Machine more often — 7,817 sessions vs 3,102. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Low Row Machine and Wide Pulldown Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Low Row Machine vs Wide Pulldown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Wide Pulldown Machine more often — 7,817 sessions compared to 3,102 for Low Row Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Low Row Machine and 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 Wide Pulldown Machine Differ
| What differs | Low Row Machine | Wide Pulldown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,102 sessions | 7,817 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 Wide Pulldown Machine
Wide Pulldown Machine Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Gather your shoulder blades and naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Lower until your elbows are positioned at your sides.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position while keeping your chest open.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your trapezius muscles rise.
- 2. Please keep your chest open so that your lower back doesn't round.
For a full Wide Pulldown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Wide Pulldown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, Low Row Machine or Wide Pulldown Machine?
Planfit users log Wide Pulldown Machine more often — 7,817 sessions against 3,102 for Low Row 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 Wide Pulldown Machine need?
Low Row Machine needs a machine, and Wide Pulldown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Wide Pulldown Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Low Row Machine once your form holds up.
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