One Arm Dumbbell Row vs Band Assisted Chin Up
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions vs 191. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Dumbbell Row and Band Assisted Chin Up and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
One Arm Dumbbell Row vs Band Assisted Chin Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions compared to 191 for Band Assisted Chin Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Dumbbell Row and Band Assisted Chin Up differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How One Arm Dumbbell Row and Band Assisted Chin Up Differ
| What differs | One Arm Dumbbell Row | Band Assisted Chin Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a pull-up bar |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 29,855 sessions | 191 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Dumbbell Row
One Arm Dumbbell Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull the arm holding the dumbbell.
- 2. Keep your elbow close to your side and pull until your elbow is vertical.
- 3. Slowly lower it until your elbow is fully extended and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please keep your chest up to avoid rounding your back.
For a full One Arm Dumbbell Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Dumbbell Row exercise guide.
How to Do Band Assisted Chin Up
Band Assisted Chin Up Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Please pull your arms back until your chest touches the bar.
- 2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your arms back.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position with your chest relaxed.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.
- 2. Please rise using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.
For a full Band Assisted Chin Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Assisted Chin Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, One Arm Dumbbell Row or Band Assisted Chin Up?
Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions against 191 for Band Assisted Chin Up. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do One Arm Dumbbell Row and Band Assisted Chin Up need?
One Arm Dumbbell Row needs a dumbbell, and Band Assisted Chin Up needs a pull-up bar.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Assisted Chin Up is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Dumbbell Row once your form holds up.
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