Low Row Machine vs Superman Row
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Low Row Machine and Superman Row are close in use — 3,102 vs 2,116 sessions logged. What separates them is Back loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Low Row Machine and Superman Row and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Low Row Machine vs Superman Row: 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 2,116 for Superman Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Low Row Machine 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 Low Row Machine and Superman Row Differ
| What differs | Low Row Machine | Superman Row |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,102 sessions | 2,116 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 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, Low Row Machine or Superman Row?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Back, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Low Row Machine and Superman Row need?
Low Row Machine needs a machine, and Superman Row needs bodyweight only.
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