Ring High Row vs Hanging
Which one fits your Back workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hanging more often — 486 sessions vs 47. Compare Back form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Ring High Row and Hanging and pick the one that fits your Back workout.
Ring High Row vs Hanging: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hanging more often — 486 sessions compared to 47 for Ring High Row.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Ring High 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 Ring High Row and Hanging Differ
| What differs | Ring High Row | Hanging |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 47 sessions | 486 sessions |
How to Do Ring High Row
Ring High Row Muscles Worked: Back
Form
- 1. Pull your arms back naturally while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 2. Pull until your chest touches the ring.
- 3. Slowly 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 avoid rounding your back.
For a full Ring High Row guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Ring High 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, Ring High Row or Hanging?
Planfit users log Hanging more often — 486 sessions against 47 for Ring High Row. Both train Back, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Ring High Row and Hanging need?
Ring High Row needs bodyweight only, and Hanging needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Hanging is the easier place to start. Move to Ring High Row once your form holds up.
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