One Arm Machine Seated Row vs Hanging
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log One Arm Machine Seated Row more often — 8,631 sessions vs 486. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Machine Seated Row and Hanging and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
One Arm Machine Seated Row vs Hanging: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Arm Machine Seated Row more often — 8,631 sessions compared to 486 for Hanging.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Machine Seated Row and Hanging 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 Machine Seated Row and Hanging Differ
| What differs | One Arm Machine Seated Row | Hanging |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,631 sessions | 486 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Machine Seated Row
One Arm Machine Seated Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Gather your shoulder blades and naturally pull your arms.
- 2. Pull until your elbows are vertical.
- 3. While keeping your back straight, fully extend your elbows 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 open to prevent your back from rounding.
For a full One Arm Machine Seated Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Machine Seated Row exercise guide.
How to Do Hanging
Hanging Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Grab the bar with both hands and hang.
- 2. Stretch your arms and elongate your upper body.
- 3. Hold for a certain amount of time and breathe.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to strain your wrists and shoulders when hanging.
For a full Hanging guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hanging exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Back, One Arm Machine Seated Row or Hanging?
Planfit users log One Arm Machine Seated Row more often — 8,631 sessions against 486 for Hanging. 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 Machine Seated Row and Hanging need?
One Arm Machine Seated Row needs a machine, and Hanging needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
One Arm Machine Seated Row is the easier place to start. Move to Hanging once your form holds up.
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