One Arm Dumbbell Row vs Low Row Machine
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions vs 3,112. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Dumbbell Row and Low Row Machine and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
One Arm Dumbbell Row vs Low Row Machine: 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 3,112 for Low Row Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Dumbbell Row and Low Row Machine 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 Low Row Machine Differ
| What differs | One Arm Dumbbell Row | Low Row Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 29,855 sessions | 3,112 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, One Arm Dumbbell Row or Low Row Machine?
Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell Row more often — 29,855 sessions against 3,112 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 One Arm Dumbbell Row and Low Row Machine need?
One Arm Dumbbell Row needs a dumbbell, and Low Row Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
One Arm Dumbbell Row is the easier place to start. Move to Low Row Machine once your form holds up.
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